Business Terms Dictionary

Decoupled Lead Time

Decoupled Lead Time is the cumulative time delay between the demand for a product and its fulfillment, defined as the longest unprotected or unbuffered sequence in a bill of material, considering the impact of decoupling points. © Copyright 2025 Demand Driven Institute. Used with permission.

What is it used for?


Adding decoupling points in a bill of materials reduces the decoupled lead times and consequently improves response times in the supply chain.


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Controlling Decoupled Lead Times is crucial for precise demand-driven planning. ForgeFlow Cloud ERP enables you to effectively place decoupling points to shorten decoupled lead times and limit the impact of variability. This approach enhances efficiency and responsiveness, keeping your supply chain agile and aligned with actual demand.
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