Turnaround

usgb/ˈtɜːrnəraʊnd/
noun

The total time taken to complete a task, project, or process.

The turnaround for the project was only two weeks.
Visual representation of "turnaround" - The total time taken to complete a task, project, or process.

Often appears as...

  • project turnaround
  • turnaround time
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Project Timelines

Turnaround times express urgency or efficiency in completing tasks.

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We need a quick turnaround to meet the client's deadline.
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Not Clock Hours

Turnaround is not about clock hours, but a total time from start to end.

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The repair service has a 24-hour turnaround.
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Expectations Setting

Communicate turnaround to set correct expectations for delivery time.

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Our production turnaround is up to one week.
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