What is 'dwell time' in SAP TM-ADP-CSL-NAO - Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners?

dwell time - Overview

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL-NAO

• Component Name: Network & Operations for Container Shipping Liners

• Description: A key performance indicator KPI that is used to measure the number of days of activity maximum flow covered by stock in a specific area or zone city, country, or continent.

dwell time - Details

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  Key Concepts:
  Dwell time is the amount of time a container spends in a port or terminal. It is measured from the time the container arrives at the port or terminal until it is loaded onto a vessel or unloaded from a vessel. It is an important metric for container shipping liners as it affects their operational efficiency and profitability.
  
  How to use it:
  Dwell time can be used to measure the efficiency of a port or terminal. It can also be used to identify areas of improvement in order to reduce dwell time and improve operational efficiency.
  
  Tips & Tricks:
  It is important to monitor dwell time on a regular basis in order to identify areas of improvement. Additionally, it is important to ensure that containers are loaded and unloaded in a timely manner in order to reduce dwell time.
  
  Related Information:
  Dwell time is closely related to other metrics such as turnaround time, which measures the amount of time it takes for a vessel to complete its voyage, and port productivity, which measures the amount of cargo handled by a port or terminal.