Score of 94.15/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
INCITO GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED demonstrates a strong payment pattern, with an average settlement time of 18 days, well within standard net-30 terms. The majority of payments (91%) are made within 30 days, indicating a consistent and prompt payment culture. The small proportion of extended payments (7% at 31-60 days and 2% over 60 days) suggests occasional delays but no systemic issues with late settlement.
With 91% of payments cleared within 30 days, INCITO GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED presents a low-volatility payment profile and a high degree of predictability for cash flow planning purposes. The 9% late payment rate, while relatively minor, introduces a small but measurable level of uncertainty, particularly for suppliers with tighter liquidity requirements. The 2% over-60-day portion warrants monitoring, as these outlier payments could indicate isolated disputes or administrative bottlenecks rather than financial distress.
Overall, INCITO GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED represents a low-risk customer, and suppliers can engage with reasonable confidence in timely payment based on the available data. The 18-day average settlement time provides a meaningful buffer within standard terms, supporting a favorable trading relationship. To mitigate exposure from the 9% late payment incidence, suppliers may consider including clear payment terms in contracts and setting internal alerts for invoices approaching the 30-day threshold.
| 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 | 10 Sept 2025 | 18 | 91% | 7% | 2% | 9% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 09 Sept 2025 | 15 | 92% | 7% | 1% | 8% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Most of the suppliers are on a 30-day payment term. Key suppliers are on direct debit schemes and collect their payment within 30 days or less from the date of the invoice. Suppliers that are not on direct debit scheme are paid monthly by BACS/bank transfer on request. A small number of suppliers require payment in advance, these are settled either by direct bank transfer or via credit card payments. Suppliers are notified of any delays at the earliest opportunity and the payments are re-arranged as agreed with them. The company actively encourages suppliers to send invoices electronically where possible. It also uses a supply chain finance established by their franchisor. Payment for suppliers who participated in the supply chain finance are collected via direct debits and this process is fully managed by the third-party supply chain finance team. While the company is not a member of a payment code however, it strictly adheres to monthly payment cycle and addresses any payment query the same day. As part of a wider business network the company primarily utilises established supply chains who manage a number of the suppliers on their behalf. The company is proud supporters of British and Irish agriculture and work with over 23,000 British and Irish farmers who supply quality produce for their menu, as well as businesses who are help them create more sustainable packaging. Through this extensive supply chain across the UK and Ireland enables suppliers contribute to their success. The company has long-term partnerships with many of their suppliers. Such long-term partnerships encourage collaboration and enable suppliers to make decisions for the long term, giving them the confidence to invest in their businesses. In order to meet the continued volume growth, suppliers need to invest in future capacity, which involves significant capital investment in equipment and infrastructure. Long-term commitment to supply the company and their franchisor’s overall operation in the UK, has enabled the suppliers to grow with them and drive positive change within their own businesses. The wider Supply Chain and Sustainability function that the company is part of has a broad remit, from ensuring our products and ingredients meet their high food safety, quality and traceability expectations from farm to front counter, to the transportation of goods from supplier to restaurant, procurement of all food and paper, as well as responsibility for our nutrition, sustainability, agriculture, packaging and recycling strategies across their supply base.
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
Over 90% of invoices are paid by direct debit there would be no dispute which would hold up the payment, any disputed amount would be credited or debited the following month. A minute number of invoices from the other 10%, or less, may occasionally be subject to a dispute which is usually resolved over a phone call due to the long-standing relationships.
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
Incito Group Holdings Limited is a private limited company registered in England. The company operates as a holding entity, a structure commonly used by business groups to consolidate ownership and management of subsidiary companies under a single parent organisation.
The company was incorporated on 25 September 2017 and holds company registration number 10980818 with Companies House. Its registered office is located care of The Accounting Centre Limited, High Road, London, England, N12 9QD, placing it within the Greater London area.
As a group holdings company, Incito Group Holdings Limited serves the function of owning and overseeing the interests of one or more operating businesses within its corporate structure. This type of entity is used across a broad range of sectors in the UK, providing a centralised framework for governance, strategic direction, and the management of assets held across the group.
The company maintains an active status on the Companies House register, confirming that it continues to fulfil its statutory obligations as a private limited company under UK company law.