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The Glossary for Quality Management +++ Popular Articles: 'Compliance', 'Component', 'Concept'

COBiT is a framework for an approach to IT management with the objective of ensuring that the technology delivers the information to meet the business needs of the organization or business unit.

Deutsch: Code / Español: Código / Português: Código / Français: Code / Italiano: Codice /

In communications and information processing, code is a system of rules to convert information — such as a letter, word, sound, image, or gesture — into another form, sometimes shortened or secret, for communication through a communication channel or storage in a storage medium.

The "coding" refers to the process of assigning specific codes or identifiers to various elements or components within quality management systems. Coding is used to facilitate the organization, classification, and retrieval of information related to quality processes, standards, procedures, and documentation. It helps in tracking and referencing specific items, making it easier to manage and analyze quality-related data.

English: Color / Deutsch: Farbe / Español: Color / Português: Cor / Français: Couleur / Italiano: Colore /

Color in the quality management context refers to a fundamental aspect of product quality and consistency. It encompasses the specific shade, hue, or appearance of a product, material, or surface, which is essential for many industries and applications. Accurate color management is crucial to ensure that products meet design specifications, quality standards, and customer expectations. Color plays a significant role in industries such as manufacturing, textiles, printing, food, and cosmetics, where deviations from the intended color can lead to quality issues and customer dissatisfaction.

Deutsch: Kombination / Español: Combinación / Português: Combinação / Français: Combinaison / Italiano: Combinazione

Combination in the context of quality management refers to the process or strategy of integrating various methods, techniques, tools, processes, or elements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of quality management systems (QMS). It involves the thoughtful amalgamation of different quality management practices to address complex challenges, optimize processes, and achieve superior quality outcomes in products and services.

Deutsch: Verbrennung / Français: Combustion / Italiano: Combustione
Combustion is the sequence of exothermic chemical reactions between a fuel and an oxidant accompanied by the production of heat and conversion of chemical species. The release of heat can produce light in the form of either glowing or a flame.

Deutsch: Kommission / Español: Comisión / Português: Comissão / Français: Commission / Italiano: Commissione /

Commission in the quality management context refers to the act of entrusting someone with the authority or responsibility to carry out a specific task or duty. It often involves assigning individuals or groups the responsibility for overseeing and ensuring compliance with quality standards, regulations, or objectives. Commissions play a crucial role in various industries and organizations to maintain and improve product or service quality.

Deutsch: Kommunikation / Español: Comunicación / Português: Comunicação / Français: Communication / Italiano: Comunicazione

In the context of quality management, communication refers to the structured exchange of information and feedback among all stakeholders involved in the quality management system (QMS). This includes internal communication among employees, managers, and departments, as well as external communication with suppliers, partners, customers, and regulatory bodies. Effective communication is pivotal for the successful implementation, maintenance, and improvement of quality management processes.