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Visual representation of lead time showing the different subprocesses, which include order received, procurement, manufacturing, packaging and shipping, and product delivery.

Lead Time

The THORS Lead Time course provides learners with a brief introduction to the lead time metric as it applies to manufacturing excellence. Learners will also understand the calculation of lead time and the improvement options required for continuous improvement. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 1

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Course Description

The THORS Lead Time course provides an overview of the lead time as a lean metric and its role in manufacturing excellence. Presented in our interactive Lightning Learning format, this course enables learners to understand the purpose of lead time and the improvement options required for continuous improvement.

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Who will benefit from this lead time course?

Manufacturing Engineering, Shop Operators, Quality Engineering

Course Classification

This manufacturing course by THORS eLearning Solutions covers identification of key terms and understanding of key concepts.

*THORS uses the Bloom’s Taxonomy Methodology for our course development.

Certificate Awarded for Lead Time

Example of certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course.

*upon successful completion

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Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the fundamental concepts of lead time and how it compares to other lean metrics.
  2. Understand the importance of lead time in achieving manufacturing excellence.
  3. Recall the critical factors influencing lead time and their role in manufacturing excellence.
Diagram of lead time types including overall lead time, order processing, manufacturing, production, and delivery lead time with process stages.
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Table of Contents

  1. What Is Lead Time?
    1. Introduction
    2. Lead Time Overview
    3. The Importance of Lead Time
    4. Factors Affecting Lead Time
    5. Final Review
  2. How Is Lead Time Calculated?
    1. Introduction
    2. Lead Time Formula
    3. Calculating Lead Time Example 1
    4. Calculating Lead Time Example 2
    5. Final Review
  3. How Is Lead Time Improved?
    1. Introduction
    2. Understanding Types of Lead Time
    3. Tools to Implement Lead Time
    4. Options to Improve Lead Time
    5. Final Review

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