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What Is DIFOT? Delivered In Full On Time Explained

DIFOT stands for Delivered In Full, On Time. It is the single most useful measure of how well a supply chain actually performs, and it is simpler than it sounds.

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What DIFOT measures

DIFOT scores each order on two things: did it arrive complete (in full), and did it arrive when it was meant to (on time). An order only counts as a DIFOT success if it meets both. Miss either, and it counts against you.

How DIFOT is calculated

DIFOT is the percentage of orders that were both in full and on time over a period. If 95 of 100 deliveries were complete and on time, your DIFOT is 95 percent. Because it is all-or-nothing per order, it is an honest measure that is hard to game.

Why DIFOT matters

For food service, retail and manufacturers, a missed or short delivery means empty shelves, lost sales and unhappy customers. Tracking DIFOT turns delivery performance into a number you can manage and improve, rather than a gut feel.

How we track it

At Carisbrook, DIFOT is measured automatically on every order. Misses are flagged with a reason at the point of delivery, so there is nowhere for problems to hide and a clear path to fixing them.

FAQ

Common questions

What does DIFOT stand for?

Delivered In Full, On Time. An order must arrive both complete and on schedule to count as a DIFOT success.

What is a good DIFOT score?

It varies by industry, but many supply chains aim for 95 percent or higher. The right target depends on your product and customers.

How is DIFOT different from on-time delivery?

On-time delivery only measures timing. DIFOT also requires the order to be complete, so it is a stricter, more meaningful measure.

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