Score of 84.15/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
QUALITEST GROUP UK LTD maintains a strong average payment time of 24 days, well within the standard 30-day benchmark, indicating a generally prompt payment culture. The majority of payments (75%) are settled within 30 days, though a notable 21% fall into the 31-60 day band, suggesting a recurring segment of moderately delayed transactions. The 4% of payments exceeding 60 days is relatively contained, pointing to no systemic pattern of severe late payment.
The 13% late payment rate introduces a moderate level of unpredictability, meaning roughly 1 in 8 invoices may not be honoured on time, which could create cash flow planning challenges for suppliers. The spread across payment bands — with 25% of payments extending beyond 30 days — indicates inconsistency that goes beyond isolated incidents. While the average of 24 days is reassuring, suppliers should not assume consistent on-time payment without factoring in this variability.
QUALITEST GROUP UK LTD presents a moderate-to-low payment risk profile, suitable for most supplier relationships, but the 13% late payment rate warrants caution for suppliers with tight liquidity requirements. Suppliers should consider building a buffer into payment expectations and maintaining clear invoice tracking to catch delayed payments early. Implementing defined credit terms with a formal follow-up process at day 25-28 would help mitigate exposure to the 31-60 day payment segment.
| 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 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 09 Jun 2025 | 22 | 77% | 20% | 3% | 14% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 09 Jun 2025 | 24 | 75% | 21% | 4% | 13% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
30 days net
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
90
Qualitest endeavors to settle any dispute fairly and in a timely manner. Disputes are resolved directly between the supplier and their contact at Qualitest, with support from the AP team.
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
Qualitest Group UK Ltd was previously registered as Test-Direct Limited before being renamed in December 2017. It is the UK entity within the wider Qualitest group, a business controlled by Jupiter Holdco Limited since 2017 and required to file consolidated group accounts. The company is classified under information technology consultancy activities and its group describes bringing AI-powered quality orchestration across business, technology and operational landscapes through engineering-led testing processes. Public contract records show it has delivered testing-as-a-managed-service work for The Pensions Regulator and testing support services for Post Office Limited. The company files audit-exempt subsidiary accounts, guaranteed by its parent, and remains active with its registered office in London.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk · companiesintheuk.co.uk