lead time

• Período de tempo entre o início de um processo, pedido ou atividade e a sua conclusão, entrega ou disponibilidade, muito usado em negócios, produção e gestão de projetos.

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).

   Prazo de entrega

   • 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.

   Tempo de preparação

   • 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.