// ROBOTICS AND SMART FACTORIES TERM
Cycle Time
Cycle time is the total time it takes to complete one unit of a process from start to finish. It measures the duration of a single cycle of an operation.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Cycle Time is the total elapsed time from the beginning to the end of a process for a single unit or batch, representing the time taken to complete one full cycle of an operation, including processing, waiting, and movement times.
BACKGROUND
Lean manufacturing is a management system built on three principles: produce only what is needed, when it is needed; correct abnormalities as soon as they occur; and empower workers to improve the process themselves.
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- Process time
- Throughput time
- Lead time (for a single unit)
- Production cycle
USAGE NOTE
Reducing cycle time is a common goal in manufacturing to increase output and responsiveness.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Cycle Time.
Provides comprehensive software and automation solutions, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Industrial IoT (IIoT) platforms (MindSphere), and process simulation tools, which enable manufacturers to monitor, analyze, and optimize production cycle times.
Offers a broad portfolio of industrial automation, control, and information solutions, including FactoryTalk ProductionCentre MES and IIoT platforms, designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce variability, and optimize cycle times in manufacturing.
Through its SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud and SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME) solutions, SAP provides tools for real-time production monitoring, detailed scheduling, and performance analysis, directly supporting cycle time reduction and optimization.
With its DELMIA brand, Dassault Systèmes delivers virtual twin experiences for manufacturing operations, allowing companies to simulate, plan, optimize, and control production processes to achieve efficient cycle times and throughput.
Provides an Industrial IoT (IIoT) platform (ThingWorx) and manufacturing execution system (MES) solutions that enable manufacturers to connect assets, collect real-time data, and analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks and optimize cycle times.
A leading provider of robotics, CNC systems, and factory automation solutions, FANUC develops technology that directly impacts manufacturing cycle time through high-speed, high-precision automation and efficient machine control.
Offers advanced robotics, machine automation, and process control solutions that are critical for enhancing production efficiency, reducing manual intervention, and significantly optimizing cycle times in various industrial applications.
Develops industrial software for manufacturing operations management (MOM), including MES and HMI/SCADA solutions, which help businesses visualize, analyze, and improve production processes to optimize cycle times and overall efficiency.