lead time

• Период времени между началом процесса или заказа и его завершением или доставкой, обычно используемый в контексте бизнеса, производства и управления проектами.

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).

   Время выполнения заказа

   • 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.

   Время на подготовку

   • 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.