lead time

• Délai entre le début d'un processus ou d'une commande et sa fin ou sa livraison, généralement utilisé dans les contextes commerciaux, de production et de gestion de projet.

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).

   délai de livraison

   • 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.

   Délai de préparation

   • 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.