Lead Time
Type: noun
Pronunciation: /leed-time/
Also spelled or known as: Production Lead Time
Plural: Lead Times
Related: Release Schedule
What does Lead Time mean? The amount of time required before manufacturing, a release or event.
Lead Time may be needed for manufacturing, distribution, marketing campaigns, playlist pitching, and publicity efforts.
Lead Time synonyms: Production Lead Time, Preparation Time, Advance Notice Period
Example sentence: “The vinyl release required a four-month lead time.”
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