Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) is an Additive Manufacturing (AM) process, able to generate parts of a quality comparable to those produced through conventional manufacturing methods. The technology allows the production of complex objects directly from metal powder, exploiting a layer-by-layer build-up methodology. Among the many advantages of SLM, low productivity is still one of the most difficult challenges to address since it drastically increases the overall production time. Consequently, the ability to manufacture components with enhanced accuracy and quality is counterbalanced by high manufacturing costs. This thesis aims to study the relationship between productivity and mechanical properties of AISI 316L parts.