Warehousing

Cycle Time

In logistics, 'Cycle Time' is the total elapsed time to complete a single process cycle in warehousing, such as the time from order receipt to shipment, measured as a performance KPI in supply chain operations and documented in operational reports and warehouse management systems.

Quick answer: In logistics, 'Cycle Time' is the total elapsed time to complete a single process cycle in warehousing, such as the time from order receipt to shipment, measured as a performance KPI in supply chain operations and documented in operational reports and warehouse management systems.

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Why it matters

Cycle Time matters because it supports clear communication in Warehousing contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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What is Cycle Time?

In this glossary, Cycle Time refers to: In logistics, 'Cycle Time' is the total elapsed time to complete a single process cycle in warehousing, such as the time from order receipt to shipment, measured as a performance KPI in supply chain operations and documented in operational reports and warehouse management systems.

How is Cycle Time used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Reducing warehouse cycle time is critical for meeting tight delivery windows and is tracked in the WMS as a standard KPI for logistics providers."

Why does Cycle Time matter in logistics?

Who uses Cycle Time?

Cycle Time is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Cycle Time belong to?

In this glossary, Cycle Time is grouped under Warehousing. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

Operational example

Reducing warehouse cycle time is critical for meeting tight delivery windows and is tracked in the WMS as a standard KPI for logistics providers.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Exam relevance

FIATA Diploma
CILT Certification
IATA DGR

Target audience

Freight Forwarders
Supply Chain Managers
Customs Brokers

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