GENZYME THERAPEUTICS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2020
63Fair
New Entry
#2836 in UK
#41 in Life Sciences And Medical Technology
#474 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
04316333
Registered Address
410 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading, Berkshire, England, RG6 1PT
Status
Active
Employee Count
2
Turnover
£0
EBITDA
£0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
5 November 2001
Nature of Business
74990 - Non-trading company
Industries
Life Sciences And Medical Technology
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
98 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
12%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
82%
Not Paid Within Terms82%

Payment Features

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

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The trend for GENZYME THERAPEUTICS LIMITED over the past three periods has been a steady decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices. This trend is reflected in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days, which has steadily increased, while the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has decreased.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility for GENZYME THERAPEUTICS LIMITED has been relatively low over the past three periods, with only minor fluctuations in the percentages of invoices paid within 30 days and between 31 and 60 days. However, there has been a significant increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the most recent period, which may indicate a concerning trend.

Summary Analysis

GENZYME THERAPEUTICS LIMITED has shown a consistent improvement in their payment process over the past three periods, with a decrease in the average time taken to pay invoices and an increase in the percentage of invoices paid within 30 days. However, there has been a concerning increase in the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days in the most recent period. This may be an area for the company to focus on in order to maintain their overall improvement in payment efficiency.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2021-01-18
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
30 Jun 2020 - 30 Dec 202018 Jan 20219812%6%82%82%
31 Dec 2019 - 29 Jun 202015 Jul 20203953%32%15%38%
30 Jun 2019 - 30 Dec 201916 Jan 20203746%42%12%12%
31 Dec 2018 - 29 Jun 201925 Jul 20194428%64%8%12%
30 Jun 2018 - 30 Dec 201824 Jan 20194726%68%6%11%
31 Dec 2017 - 29 Jun 201818 Jul 20185131%52%17%28%

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

Standard payment terms are 60 days from the date of receipt of a valid and correct invoice

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

Intercompany invoices and performance have been included in reported statistics. These in general are wholly owned by group companies and do distort performance (detrimentally) as more emphasis and monitoring is put on payment to third parties.  The third parties payments have decreased to a low volume, due to the legal entity being merged and closed.  This is reflected in the significant reported payment performance change.  Payment late overall 82%- Third party is 23% but Interco is 98%.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

In the first instance disputes will be received by our Invoice processing contact centre at the defined email address or telephone number printed on every Purchase Order. Queries will then be forwarded to the requester of the service/goods for information and evaluation. Failure to meet resolution will be escalated to the Head of Purchase to Pay and include the specific Category Buyer for the service/goods that is responsible for the vendor relationship.

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

Genzyme Therapeutics Limited is a biotechnology company based in the United Kingdom. The company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments for rare genetic diseases and other medical conditions. Genzyme is committed to sustainable practices and has a strong focus on corporate responsibility.

The company's sustainability program includes initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as implementing energy-efficient practices and reducing waste. They also prioritize ethical and responsible business practices, including promoting diversity and inclusion, fair labor practices, and ethical sourcing of materials.

One of Genzyme's key products is a treatment for Gaucher disease, a rare genetic disorder. They also offer treatments for other rare diseases, such as Pompe disease and Fabry disease. These treatments have significantly improved the lives of patients and have been approved by regulatory bodies in many countries.

Genzyme's team is led by key people such as the CEO, Dr. Bill Sibold, who has over 20 years of experience in the biotechnology industry. The company also has a strong team of scientists, researchers, and healthcare professionals working towards their mission of improving patients' lives.

To learn more about Genzyme Therapeutics Limited and their products and services, you can visit their website at www.genzyme.co.uk. Their registered office address is 1-3 Strand Road, Swalwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE16 3DS.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£47,039,000
Total Current Assets
£50,628,000
Total Current Liabilities
£3,589,000

Company Location