Glossary B

Deutsch: Baird-Parker / Español: Baird-Parker / Português: Baird-Parker / Français: Baird-Parker / Italiano: Baird-Parker

Baird-Parker in quality management refers to the Baird-Parker agar, a microbiological growth medium used to detect and enumerate coagulase-positive staphylococci, particularly Staphylococcus aureus, in food, water, and other samples. This medium is critical in ensuring the safety and quality of products by identifying potential contamination with pathogenic bacteria.

Deutsch: Schwellenwert / Español: Umbral / Português: Limite / Français: Seuil / Italiano: Soglia

Bar in the quality management context refers to a standard or criterion used to measure and evaluate performance, processes, or products. This term is often used to set the minimum acceptable level of quality that must be met or exceeded.

Deutsch: Strichcode / Español: Código de barras / Português: Código de barras / Français: Code-barres / Italian: Codice a barre

Barcode is a method of representing data in a visual, machine-readable form. In the quality management context, barcodes play a critical role in tracking, monitoring, and managing products, inventory, and processes to ensure high standards of quality and efficiency.

Deutsch: Biotechnologie / Español: Biotecnología / Português: Biotecnologia / Français: Biotechnologie / Italiano: Biotecnologia

Biotechnology in the quality management context refers to the application of quality control and assurance principles in the development, production, and commercialization of products derived from biological systems, such as medicines, vaccines, agricultural products, and bio-based materials. In biotechnology, quality management ensures that products meet rigorous safety, efficacy, and regulatory standards, due to the complexity and sensitivity of working with living organisms and biological processes.

Deutsch: Biphenyl / Español: Biphenyl / Português: Biphenyl / Français: Biphenyl / Italiano: Biphenyl /

Biphenyl in the quality management context refers to a chemical compound that is utilized in various industries for its properties as a preservative, a dye carrier, and in the manufacturing of polymers and resins. Its chemical formula is C12H10, consisting of two benzene rings connected by a single bond, making it a stable and versatile organic compound. In quality management, particularly in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries, managing the use of biphenyl involves ensuring its application adheres to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality specifications to prevent contamination, ensure product safety, and maintain consumer health.

'Blast-cleaning' refers to a method of surface preparation and cleaning that involves the use of high-pressure air or other abrasive materials to remove contaminants, coatings, or surface imperfections from a substrate. It is a widely used technique in various industries to prepare surfaces for further treatment or to achieve a desired level of cleanliness. Blast-cleaning plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and integrity of surfaces, as it helps remove contaminants that could affect the performance, durability, or appearance of a product.

Deutsch: Blaupause / Español: Plano / Português: Esquema / Français: Plan / Italiano: Progetto

Blueprint in the quality management context refers to a detailed plan or framework that outlines the processes, standards, and requirements needed to ensure the quality of a product, service, or project. It serves as a guide for implementing and maintaining quality throughout the lifecycle of the product or process. The blueprint provides clear instructions for achieving specific quality objectives, defining roles, responsibilities, and quality metrics.

Deutsch: Boeing / Español: Boeing / Português: Boeing / Français: Boeing / Italiano: Boeing

Boeing in the quality management context refers to the aerospace company’s approach to maintaining high standards of quality and safety across its manufacturing processes, products, and services. As a global leader in the aviation and aerospace industry, Boeing places significant emphasis on stringent quality control, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement to ensure the reliability and safety of its aircraft and other aerospace products.