Score of 92.2/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
Ground Control Limited demonstrates strong and consistent payment performance, with an average payment time of 19 days — well within standard 30-day terms. The vast majority of invoices (85%) are settled within 30 days, with the remaining 15% falling in the 31–60 day range and no recorded payments beyond 60 days. This distribution indicates a reliable, prompt-paying customer with no signs of deteriorating payment behaviour.
Payment predictability is high, with only 1% of invoices classified as late, suggesting that delayed payments are rare exceptions rather than a systemic pattern. The complete absence of payments exceeding 60 days further confirms low financial risk and a consistent cash flow management approach on the customer's part. The 15% of invoices settling in the 31–60 day window introduces minor variability but does not represent a meaningful risk to supplier cash flow planning.
Ground Control Limited presents a low-risk payment profile and can be considered a dependable customer for extending standard or favourable credit terms. Suppliers should feel confident onboarding or continuing business with this company, with little need for protective measures such as prepayment requirements or reduced credit limits. As a precaution, routine invoice follow-up at the 25–30 day mark can help ensure the small proportion of slower payments do not drift further into the 31–60 day bracket.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | 06 May 2025 | 19 | 85% | 15% | 0% | 1% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Standard payment terms are 60 days end of month following date of invoice for Tier 1 suppliers. All over suppliers are on 30 days end of month following date of invoice.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Disputes passed to PL Team Leader to resolve, who escalate to procurement manager / purchase ledger.
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Ground Control Limited is a private limited company operating in the grounds maintenance and landscaping sector. The company serves clients across the United Kingdom, providing professional outdoor and environmental management services.
Incorporated on 27 February 1984, Ground Control Limited has operated for over four decades, establishing a long-standing presence in the UK market. The company is registered under company number 01795094 and is based in the East of England, with its registered office at Kingfisher House, Radford Way, Billericay, Essex, CM12 0EQ.
Companies operating in the grounds maintenance and landscaping sector in the UK deliver a range of services including grounds upkeep, landscaping, tree surgery, winter maintenance, and outdoor facilities management. These services are provided to a broad range of clients spanning commercial, residential, public sector, and infrastructure markets.
Ground Control Limited holds active status with Companies House, reflecting its continued operation and compliance with UK company registration requirements.