SMART DCC LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 08641679
- Registered Address
- First Floor, 2 Kingdom Street, Paddington, London, England, W2 6BD
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- Coming Soon
- Turnover
- Coming Soon
- EBITDA
- Coming Soon
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 7 August 2013
- Nature of Business
- 96090 - Other service activities not elsewhere classified
- Industries
- Coming Soon
- Region
- Other
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Company Review
Trend Analysis
SMART DCC LIMITED demonstrates a strong trend for timely payments, with an average payment time of 26 days. The company consistently settles 74% of invoices within 30 days, indicating a reliable payment cycle. A minimal 1% of payments falling into the 'over 60 days' or 'late' categories further reinforces a positive payment trajectory.
Volatility Analysis
Payment reliability is high, with 99% of invoices paid within 60 days, offering good predictability for suppliers. While 74% are very prompt, a quarter of payments extend into the 31-60 day window, which suppliers should factor into cash flow planning. However, the extremely low 1% rate for payments exceeding 60 days or being late indicates minimal severe risk factors.
Summary Analysis
SMART DCC LIMITED is an overall reliable payer, making them a favorable partner for suppliers. Key decision factors include the high probability of payment within 30 days, balanced with the expectation that about a quarter of invoices may take up to 60 days. Suppliers should consider this minor extended window for cash flow planning, but significant payment risk is low.
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 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | 16 Oct 2025 | 26 | 74% | 25% | 1% | 1% |
| 01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | 07 Apr 2025 | 20 | 94% | 6% | 0% | 0% |
| 01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 2024 | 11 Oct 2024 | 18 | 94% | 6% | 0% | 0% |
| 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | 03 Apr 2024 | 18 | 91% | 7% | 2% | 2% |
| 01 Apr 2023 - 30 Sept 2023 | 06 Oct 2023 | 22 | 88% | 8% | 4% | 6% |
| 01 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 | 09 May 2023 | 21 | 85% | 9% | 6% | 8% |
| 01 Apr 2022 - 30 Sept 2022 | 31 Oct 2022 | 19 | 92% | 7% | 1% | 2% |
| 01 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | 28 Apr 2022 | 19 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 2% |
| 01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 2021 | 21 Oct 2021 | 20 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 2% |
| 01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | 10 Apr 2021 | 18 | 99% | 1% | 0% | 2% |
| 01 Apr 2020 - 30 Sept 2020 | 26 Oct 2020 | 20 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 3% |
| 01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 2019 | 31 Oct 2019 | 26 | 69% | 24% | 7% | 29% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 | 30 Apr 2019 | 26 | 72% | 24% | 3% | 19% |
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 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
60
Dispute Resolution Process
All contracts with major suppliers have a detailed dispute resolution process outlined in their contracts, which includes issuing a dispute notice, escalation routes if the dispute cannot be resolved, including mediation and arbitration. For smaller suppliers or initial concerns/complaints there would first be raised to a business contact and then referred to the appropriate team, e.g. supplier relationship management team or finance team for resolution within a reasonable period of time.
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
SMART DCC LIMITED is an active Private limited Company whose name identifies its role as the Data Communications Company for the UK’s smart metering system
Incorporated on 7 August 2013, the company operates under company number 08641679
Its registered office is located at First Floor, 2 Kingdom Street, Paddington, London, England, W2 6BD, and its designated location is also noted as 'Other'
In the UK market, a company with the designation 'SMART DCC' typically operates and manages the secure data network connecting smart meters in homes and businesses to energy suppliers and network operators
This involves providing the essential communication infrastructure for the roll-out of smart energy meters across Great Britain
