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The Lexicon of Quality
Welcome to the Quality Management Lexicon, a comprehensive resource for exploring key concepts, methodologies, and frameworks in quality management and process improvement. This lexicon offers detailed, in-depth articles on a broad range of topics, many of which exceed 400 words and analyze multiple perspectives. Covering over 5,000 entries, it serves as a reference for professionals, researchers, and students seeking authoritative knowledge. You will find explanations of fundamental principles as well as advanced tools and techniques used in various industries. Below are examples of selected entries to give a brief insight into the content. Start exploring and enhance your understanding of modern quality management.
Cadmium
Deutsch: Cadmium / Español: Cadmio / Português: Cádmio / Français: Cadmium / Italiano: Cadmio /
In the context of quality management, Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that is of significant concern due to its adverse health and environmental effects. It is subject to strict regulations and quality control measures to limit its presence in products and processes. Managing cadmium levels is essential to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards and protect human health and the ecosystem.
Carriage
Deutsch: Transport / Español: Transporte / Português: Transporte / Français: Transport / Italiano: Trasporto
Carriage in the quality management context refers to the transportation and handling of goods or products from one location to another, ensuring that they maintain their quality, integrity, and safety throughout the journey. This term is significant in industries where the logistics of moving goods play a crucial role in maintaining product quality, such as in manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and retail.
Interface
Deutsch: Schnittstelle / Español: Interfaz / Português: Interface / Français: Interface / Italiano: Interfaccia /
In the context of quality management, an Interface refers to the point of interaction or connection between different components, systems, or entities within an organization or between organizations. Interfaces play a crucial role in quality management by ensuring that information, processes, and communication flow smoothly and efficiently, ultimately contributing to the achievement of quality-related objectives.
Enclosure
Deutsch: Einschließung / Español: Inclusión / Português: Inclusão / Français: Enfermement / Italian: Inclusione
Enclosure in the context of quality management refers to the process of isolating or segregating non-conforming products or processes to prevent them from affecting the quality of the final product. This can involve physical isolation, such as placing defective items in a designated area, or procedural isolation, like halting a production line until an issue is resolved.