What is effective lead-time in SAP MA-SMOPS - SmartOps?

SAP Term: effective lead-time

• Component: MA-SMOPS

• Component Name: SmartOps

• Description: The minimum number of periods that have elapsed from when the order is placed on an upstream location until a receipt is made on a downstream stocking point for all incoming supply paths to the stocking point.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Effective lead-time is a term used in SAP's MA-SMOPS SmartOps module. It is the time it takes for a product to be delivered from the time it is ordered. This includes the time it takes for the order to be processed, the time it takes for the product to be manufactured, and the time it takes for the product to be shipped. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The effective lead-time can be used to determine how long it will take for a customer's order to be fulfilled. This information can then be used to set customer expectations and plan production schedules. It can also be used to identify areas of improvement in order processing and production times. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  To reduce effective lead-time, it is important to streamline order processing and production processes. Automating processes can help reduce manual errors and speed up production times. Additionally, investing in faster shipping methods can help reduce delivery times. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The effective lead-time is closely related to other terms such as cycle time, throughput time, and total lead-time. Cycle time is the total amount of time it takes for a product to go through all stages of production from start to finish. Throughput time is the amount of time it takes for a product to go through one stage of production from start to finish. Total lead-time is the total amount of time it takes for a product to go from order placement to delivery.