MICROSOFT RESEARCH LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 03369488
- Registered Address
- 21 Station Road, Cambridge, CB1 2FB
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 221
- Turnover
- £78,414,000
- EBITDA
- £12,167,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 12 May 1997
- Nature of Business
- 62090 - Other information technology service activities
- Industries
- Coming Soon
- Region
- East of England
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| 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 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 31 Jul 2025 | 29 | 81% | 14% | 5% | 7% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 30 Jan 2025 | 35 | 74% | 21% | 5% | 8% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 30 Jan 2024 | 28 | 77% | 20% | 3% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 03 Aug 2023 | 31 | 79% | 16% | 5% | 10% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 01 Feb 2023 | 34 | 77% | 15% | 8% | 24% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 19 Jul 2022 | 29 | 84% | 12% | 4% | 6% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 02 Aug 2021 | 17 | 90% | 10% | 0% | 11% |
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
Microsoft's Standard Supplier Payment Terms are 2% 10/Net 60. After Microsoft accepts the purchase and receives a correct and undisputed invoice (the "Create Date") Microsoft will release payment for the total amount less 2% discount by net ten (10) calendar days. If the 10-calendar day period expires, Microsoft will release payment for the total invoice amount by net sixty (60) calendar days.
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
Dispute Resolution Process
Suppliers can contact Microsoft Accounts Payable via MSInvoice and SupplierWeb which is a web-based application provided to suppliers which allows them to submit electronic invoices directly to Microsoft and raise any concerns. When an invoice is disputed, the supplier will receive an automated email indicating the invoice number and reason for rejection. To resolve a dispute, the supplier is required to provide any missing information or a corrected invoice.
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.
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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
Company Summary
Microsoft Research Limited is the research arm of the multinational technology company, Microsoft. It was established in 1997 and is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.
The company's main focus is on researching and developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance the capabilities of Microsoft's products and services. Their research covers a wide range of areas including artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and human-computer interaction.
In terms of sustainability, Microsoft Research Limited has a strong commitment to reducing their environmental impact. They have implemented various initiatives such as reducing their carbon footprint, using renewable energy sources, and promoting sustainable practices within their operations.
One of the key products developed by Microsoft Research Limited is the Microsoft HoloLens, a mixed reality headset that allows users to interact with digital content in a real-world environment. Other notable products include the Microsoft Surface Hub, a large-screen collaboration device, and the Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit, a deep learning framework.
The company is led by Corporate Vice President, Jeannette Wing, who oversees the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the company. The team at Microsoft Research Limited is made up of talented researchers, engineers, and scientists from diverse backgrounds, who work collaboratively to drive innovation.
For more information on Microsoft Research Limited and their products and services, you can visit their website at www.microsoft.com/en-gb/research. Their registered office address is at 21 Station Road, Cambridge CB1 2FB, UK.
