Leveringstiming

Leveringstiming is a Dutch-origin term used in supply chain management to describe the planning, scheduling, and coordination of delivery times for goods and services across a network of suppliers, manufacturers, and customers. The goal is to align production, transport, and demand so that goods arrive when needed while minimizing delays and excess inventory.

Key elements include lead times, delivery windows, service level targets, and the synchronization of inbound and outbound flows. Lead times reflect the time from order placement to receipt, while delivery windows specify acceptable arrival times. Service levels express the expected reliability of deliveries, often expressed as on-time delivery or fill rate.

Effective leveringstiming supports reduced stockouts, lower carrying costs, improved cash flow, and higher customer satisfaction. Common metrics are on-time delivery rate, average and variability of lead time, delivery window accuracy, and perfect order rate. Factors that influence timing include supplier reliability, production capacity, transportation conditions, customs clearance, demand variability, and batching practices.

Strategies to improve leveringstiming include collaborative planning with suppliers, use of time window agreements or scheduled delivery slots, cross-docking, and just-in-time or vendor-managed inventory approaches. Advances in information technology, such as ERP, transportation management systems, and real-time tracking, enable more accurate planning and dynamic rescheduling.

Implementation often involves mapping the delivery network, collecting timing data, setting targets, and monitoring KPIs. Challenges include demand volatility, seasonality, global supply disruption, and last-mile constraints. Proper leveringstiming requires governance, aligned incentives, and continuous improvement efforts across suppliers and logistics providers.