CDW LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
60Fair
1.0vs last year
#3080 in UK
#49 in Information Technology
#1206 in London

Company Information

Company Number
02465350
Registered Address
3rd Floor One New Change, London, United Kingdom, EC4M 9AF
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,705
Turnover
£1,298,600,000
EBITDA
£78,500,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
31 January 1990
Nature of Business
63990 - Other information service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Information Technology,Telecommunications And Data,Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
39 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
38%
31-60 Days
59%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms15%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-01-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20254033%64%3%17%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202420 Jan 20253938%59%3%15%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202426 Jul 20244133%63%4%14%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202311 Jan 20244033%64%3%15%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202231 Jul 20224731%62%7%14%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202124 Feb 20224626%66%8%14%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202102 Sept 20214816%72%12%7%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202109 Aug 20214816%72%13%7%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202018 Feb 20214522%74%4%7%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

CDW has standard payment terms of 30 days end of month but has negotiated standard payment terms of between 14 and 90 days from invoice date of a properly submitted Invoice. A properly submitted invoice is one that: - Is delivered on time in accordance with the contract - Is for the correct sum - Includes the date, supplier name, contact details and bank details - Quotes a valid CDW Limited Purchase Order number - Is submitted to CDW Limited in accordance with the specific instructions detailed on our purchase orders; the default delivery point being purchaseinvoice@uk.cdw.com

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

Any term changes are agreed with the supplier in line with our tender process.

Any other information about payment terms

CDW Limited generates four payment runs a week Statistics are based on when invoices are paid by CDW Limited. We are unable to record when the payment has credited the suppliers accounts, this may vary dependant on the payment file type (usually a BACS payment). Direct Debit payments will be taken by the supplier based on an agreed mandate and schedule. Credit notes and Invoices that are settled through a credit note are not included within these statistics.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

CDW's accounts payable team, supported by our Purchasing team and Supplier Management Team offer support through to query resolution to all suppliers. The payables team can be contacted by email or telephone and each supplier has a dedicated representative for their account. There are no fixed timescales in relation to this as it depends on the complexity of the matter.

Other Payment Information

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.

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.

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.

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?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

CDW LIMITED is a leading provider of technology solutions and services, headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including hardware, software, networking, and professional services, to businesses and organizations of all sizes.

One of the key focuses of CDW LIMITED is sustainability. The company is committed to reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainability in all aspects of its operations. This includes using energy-efficient solutions, reducing waste and carbon emissions, and promoting responsible sourcing and recycling of products.

CDW LIMITED also offers a variety of sustainable products and services to its customers. These include energy-efficient servers, virtualization solutions, and cloud computing services, which help businesses reduce their carbon footprint and improve their sustainability efforts.

The company has a team of dedicated professionals who are responsible for overseeing and implementing its sustainability program. This team works closely with suppliers, partners, and customers to ensure that sustainability is integrated into all aspects of the company's operations.

CDW LIMITED can be contacted through their website (www.cdw.com) or by visiting their registered office address at 100 New Bridge Street, London EC4V 6JA, United Kingdom. The company's website also provides detailed information about its sustainability program and the products and services it offers. Overall, CDW LIMITED is a leader in providing innovative technology solutions while promoting sustainability and responsible business practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£26,400,000
Net Worth
£203,700,000
Total Current Assets
£577,600,000
Total Current Liabilities
£376,300,000

Company Location