Contract Cycle Time

Summary

The elapsed time required to move contracts from request to execution.

Conventional Definition

Contract Cycle Time measures average days from contract initiation to execution or approval.

Value Realization-Oriented Definition

In Value Realization, Contract Cycle Time is valuable when speed improves realization without weakening risk posture, clarity, enforceability, or commercial alignment.

Notes

This draft measure is an indicator, not a complete proof of realized value. It should be interpreted with baseline, attribution, timing, confidence, quality, risk, and sustainability evidence.