Review is a process, not a single task
A document can require drafting, self-check, subject-matter review, revisions, final approval and distribution. If reviewers work on different schedules, elapsed time can be much longer than editing effort.
Estimate each review cycle and decide how many are reasonably expected. If approval authority is unclear, resolve that before setting a deadline.
Define response windows
A request for “quick review” creates ambiguity. A stated response window—where appropriate for the organization—lets the schedule represent the queue explicitly. Escalation rules and alternate approvers may also matter for time-sensitive work.
Track major revisions separately from minor corrections. Rework caused by changed scope should not be hidden inside a supposedly stable review rate.
Version control saves time
Clear file naming, one authoritative location and visible comment resolution reduce time lost reconciling multiple copies. Process design can therefore improve duration even when the reading itself cannot be made faster.