Key Figure
Definition
A criterion for evaluating the performance of a logistical activity in the past, or for projecting the performance of a logistical activity in the future.
Key figures normally take the form of a number or a percentage and are expressed in a currency or unit of measure.
Examples of possible key figures are: incoming order values, invoiced sales values, production quantities, purchasing quantities, range of coverage, inspection quantities, and Mean Time To Repair.
A key figure is a value on which you can report. There are two types:
This is the simplest form of key figure. It is stored in a database table.
This key figure is based on a report using formulas or rules for determining other rules.