1.   One of the problems with magazine advertisements, however, is their relatively long lead time before an advertisement appears.

2.   The international automobile industry is a typical case where shortening the product development lead time is recognized as a valuable competitive weapon.

3.   The truss system requires a very long lead time.

4.   This can shorten the lead time, but to be effective it must be accompanied by the correct information processing pattern.

5.   Lead times on new equipment orders can run as long as three years.

6.   We will need at least six months lead time before production begins.

7.   The lead times are useful in planning other activities dependent on this stage being completed.

8.   Much emphasis is now being placed on reducing lead times and improving manufacturing procedures with the expectation that this will improve profitability in the coming years.

9.   More than a year ago, Matthey Beyrand set up a programme which ensures total control of its lead times.

10.   The lead time, although prolonged, is not unusual in the world of contracts when extensive development work is necessary.