Score of 92.13/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
CRA International (UK) Limited demonstrates a strong and consistent payment profile, with an average settlement time of 23 days — well within the standard 30-day benchmark. The concentration of 88% of payments within 30 days indicates a reliable and disciplined payment cycle, with only a modest 9% falling into the 31–60 day band. The absence of any formally classified late payments reinforces a positive and stable payment trajectory.
Payment behaviour is highly predictable, with the overwhelming majority of transactions settled promptly and zero incidence of late payment classification. The 3% of invoices exceeding 60 days represents a minor tail risk, though at this level it is unlikely to pose material cash flow concerns for most suppliers. Overall volatility is low, suggesting strong internal accounts payable controls and a low-risk counterparty profile.
CRA International (UK) Limited presents as a low-risk, high-reliability payment partner and can be engaged with confidence under standard credit terms of 30 days. Suppliers should note the small proportion of extended payments beyond 60 days and may wish to implement routine invoice tracking as a precautionary measure. No aggressive credit restrictions or advance payment requirements are warranted given the consistently strong payment data.
| 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 |
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| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 04 Feb 2026 | 23 | 88% | 9% | 3% | 0% |
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 11 Sept 2025 | 23 | 91% | 7% | 2% | 0% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 25 Jul 2024 | 13 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 0% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Our standard terms are within 30 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
30
All supplier disputes should be forwarded to our central Accounts Payable Inbox on the following email address - AccountsPayable-EUR@crai.com From there a member of our AP team will pick up the email and be able to respond to the supplier directly to resolve the query. We aim to respond to all emails within 48 hours. All invoices for our UK based offices should be billed to CRA International (UK) Limited and emailed to this same accounts payable mailbox.
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
CRA International (UK) Limited is the United Kingdom subsidiary of CRA International, operating as a private limited company within the economic consulting and business analysis sector. The company provides professional advisory and analytical services to clients across a range of industries and sectors.
The company was incorporated on 5 June 2000 and holds company registration number 04007726 with Companies House. Its registered office is located at 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7EA, placing it in the heart of the City of London financial district.
As an economic consulting organisation, CRA International (UK) Limited delivers specialist services including economic analysis, litigation support, regulatory consulting, and strategic business advisory work. Such firms typically serve corporate clients, legal counsel, and government bodies requiring rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis to support complex business decisions and disputes.
With over two decades of operational history in the United Kingdom, the company represents an established presence in the London professional services market, serving clients who require expert economic and business intelligence at an international standard.