A slot is an area on the ice hockey rink where a center or winger has the best opportunity to score without deflection. The defenders will attempt to deny the attacker this space by laying out hits in this area.

A slot in a computer refers to an open connector that allows a circuit board to be inserted, allowing it to add additional functionality to the system. There are several slots on a motherboard, including ISA, PCI and AGP slots. Almost all modern computers include these slots to allow for future expansion.

In the context of business, slot-based scheduling is a method that helps teams prioritize and manage deadlines and project goals. By establishing a clear timeline for each task, slot-based scheduling encourages team members to focus on the most urgent tasks first. It can also help establish consistency in meetings, collaboration and project management by providing a common framework for executing work objectives.

When it comes to flying, waiting for your flight to take off is frustrating and wastes valuable time. Airlines use central flow management to reduce the number of flights that wait on the tarmac, and this has resulted in significant savings in terms of delayed travel and fuel burn. However, sometimes a flight will be delayed for a few hours while it is waiting for an empty slot.