Glossary P

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Deutsch: Durchlässigkeit / Español: Permeabilidad / Português: Permeabilidade / Français: Perméabilité / Italiano: Permeabilità

Permeability in the context of quality management refers to the characteristic of a material or product that allows liquids or gases to pass through it under certain conditions. In quality management, understanding and controlling the permeability of materials is essential for ensuring that products meet specific quality standards and functional requirements. This is particularly important in industries where the barrier properties of materials directly impact product performance, safety, and shelf life, such as in packaging, construction, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage.

Deutsch: Fotografie / Español: Fotografia / Português: Fotografia / Français: Photographie / Italiano: Fotografia

In the quality management context, "photography" refers to the process of capturing and producing images, typically with the use of a camera and other imaging equipment. Photography can be an important aspect of quality management, as it can provide visual evidence of product quality, process performance,, and customer satisfaction.

Deutsch: Planen-Durchführen-Prüfen-Handeln / Español: Planificar-Hacer-Verificar-Actuar / Português: Planejar-Fazer-Checar-Agir / Français: Planifier-Faire-Vérifier-Agir / Italiano: Pianificare-Fare-Verificare-Agire

Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) in the quality management context refers to a iterative four-step management method used for the control and continuous improvement of processes and products. It is a fundamental part of Total Quality Management (TQM) and is integral to the ISO 9001 Quality Management System standard. The PDCA cycle is designed to ensure that processes are efficiently planned, implemented, monitored, and improved over time.

Deutsch: Kunststoff / Español: Plástico / Português: Plástico / Français: Plastique / Italiano: Plastica /

Plastic in the quality management context refers to a versatile and synthetic material known for its malleability and wide range of applications across industries. Plastic materials are characterized by their ability to be molded into various shapes, sizes, and forms, making them essential components in manufacturing, construction, packaging, and countless other sectors. Ensuring the quality and safety of plastic products is paramount, as they play a significant role in modern society.

Deutsch: Porosität / Español: Porosidad / Português: Porosidade / Français: Porosité / Italiano: Porosità

Porosity in the context of quality management refers to the measure of void spaces within a material, which can affect the material’s strength, durability, permeability, and overall quality. In quality management, controlling and understanding porosity is essential, particularly in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and pharmaceuticals, where the physical properties of materials directly impact the final product's performance and safety.

PP in the quality management context stands for "Production Part Approval Process." It is a standardized method used in manufacturing and quality management to ensure that the production of parts or components meets the specified requirements and quality standards. PP is a systematic approach that involves documentation, verification, and validation of the production process to ensure consistency and compliance with customer expectations.

Deutsch: Praxis / Español: Práctica / Português: Prática / Français: Pratique / Italiano: Pratica

Practice in the quality management context refers to the standardized methods and procedures that are consistently applied within an organization to ensure that all processes, activities, and outputs meet established quality standards. These practices are designed to minimize errors, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall reliability and quality of products and services offered by the organization.

Deutsch: Präzision / Español: Precisión / Português: Precisão / Français: Précision / Italiano: Precisione

Precision in the context of quality management refers to the degree to which repeated measurements or processes produce results that are close to each other, indicating consistency and reliability in performance. It is a measure of the reproducibility of processes or systems, highlighting the absence of variability among outcomes.