Payment Terms

Across the manufacturing and service sectors, the largest percentage of companies, 32%, use 30-day payment terms. Meanwhile, 29% use 45-day terms, 26% use 60-day terms, 7% use 90-day terms, and only 6% report using 75- or 120-day terms. Understanding common payment terms is important for procurement professionals to align with industry standards, negotiate effectively, and manage cash flow. Members can access The Metrics of Supply Management: A Cross-Industry Report 2025 in the CAPS Library to see the full report.

Reducing upstream Scope 3 emissions is a critical challenge for supply management today. CAPS Research is studying how companies engage suppliers, improve transparency, and implement effective strategies to cut CO2 emissions, while identifying what drives supplier willingness and capability. We’re inviting supply chain leaders to contribute 30–60 minutes to this study and receive the resulting report. Click Here to sign up!