lead time

• Zeitspanne zwischen dem Beginn eines Prozesses oder einer Bestellung und dessen Abschluss oder Lieferung, häufig verwendet in den Bereichen Wirtschaft, Produktion und Projektmanagement.

The period of time between the initiation of a process or order and its completion or delivery, commonly used in business, manufacturing, and project management contexts.

1. Time between order and deliveryB2formal

   The period of time between the initiation of a process (such as placing an order) and its completion (such as delivery).

   Lieferzeit

   • The lead time for this product is approximately two weeks.
   • We need to reduce the lead time to stay competitive.
   • Long lead times can frustrate customers.

2. Time for preparationB2formal

   The amount of time required to prepare for a project or event.

   Vorlaufzeit

   • The lead time for the conference is three months.
   • We must account for lead time when planning the launch.
   • Short lead times require efficient coordination.