F5 NETWORKS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
71Fair
7.6vs last year
#2392 in UK
#26 in Information Technology
#393 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
03813981
Registered Address
Chertsey Gate West, 43-47 London Street, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8AP
Status
Active
Employee Count
405
Turnover
£546,565,000
EBITDA
£112,941,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
26 July 1999
Nature of Business
62090 - Other information technology service activities
Industries
Information Technology, Telecommunications And Data, Professional Services, Software, Telecommunications
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
28 days
Shortest Period:15 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
77%
31-60 Days
13%
After 60 Days
8%
Not Paid Within Terms39%

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: 2024-10-31
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202505 Nov 20253863%21%16%38%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202522 May 20252977%17%6%28%
01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 202425 Apr 20243076%17%7%29%
01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 202307 Nov 20232978%14%8%23%
01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 202305 May 20233475%16%9%23%
01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 202230 May 20222976%17%7%32%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202129 Apr 20212775%17%7%34%
01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 202010 Dec 20202680%13%7%23%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201924 Oct 20191493%5%2%16%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201903 Jun 20191294%4%2%9%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201816 Nov 2018993%5%3%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

The most commonly used payment term for suppliers is Net 30 days - it means that the invoice should be paid not later than 30 days from the date of invoice. All invoices for Products and/or Services received by F5 Limited will be aged based on the suppliers invoice date. Payment terms differ for the suppliers from 15 days from invoice date up to 30 days F5 pays suppliers on bi weekly payment runs and Direct Debits

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

Dispute resolution process Disputes are resolved by discussion and agreement with a supplier. Emails are sent to E.AP@F5.com . They are managed by a dedicated member of the Accounts Payable team, who work in collaboration with the Procurement team to ensure that issues and dispute are resolved in a timely manner.

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

F5 NETWORKS LIMITED is a multinational company that provides application delivery and security services to businesses worldwide. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. In the UK, their registered office address is 60 Holborn Viaduct, London.

The company offers a range of products and services, including application delivery controllers, security solutions, cloud services, and software-defined networking. These products help businesses improve their application performance, enhance security, and optimize their network infrastructure, ultimately increasing their productivity and efficiency.

F5 NETWORKS LIMITED is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have set targets to reduce carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency, and minimize waste generation. The company also encourages employees to engage in sustainable practices, such as using public transport and reducing paper consumption.

The key people at F5 NETWORKS LIMITED include François Locoh-Donou, the President and CEO, and John DiLullo, the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the F5 Silverline cloud-based services platform. They lead a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing top-notch services to their customers.

The company has a strong online presence with a user-friendly website (www.f5.com) that provides information about their products, services, and solutions. Customers can also find contact information and support resources on the website.

In summary, F5 NETWORKS LIMITED is a leading provider of application delivery and security services with a commitment to sustainability. Their innovative products and services, along with their dedicated team, have made them a trusted partner for businesses seeking to improve their network infrastructure.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£123,477,065
Net Worth
£163,672,636
Total Current Assets
£261,093,308
Total Current Liabilities
£266,860,666

Company Location