Glossary E
Glossary E
Deutsch: Erosion / Español: Erosión / Português: Erosão / Français: Érosion / Italian: Erosione
Erosion in the context of quality management refers to the gradual degradation, wear, or loss of material from a product, surface, or component due to mechanical, chemical, or environmental factors. Erosion can affect the quality, performance, safety, and longevity of products, and managing it effectively is crucial for maintaining standards and ensuring the reliability of equipment and structures.
Deutsch: Fehler / Español: Error / Português: Erro / Français: Erreur / Italiano: Errore /
In the context of quality management, an error refers to any deviation from the intended outcome or specification of a product, service, or process. It represents a discrepancy between the actual and the desired state, indicating a failure to meet established quality standards or customer expectations. Errors can occur at any stage of the production or service delivery process and can be related to human mistakes, equipment malfunction, material defects, or inadequate procedures.
Deutsch: Ester / Español: Éster / Português: Éster / Français: Ester / Italiano: Estere
Ester in the context of quality management refers to a specific class of chemical compounds that can impact the quality and characteristics of various products. Esters are often evaluated for their purity, stability, and performance characteristics, particularly in industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
Deutsch: Schätzung / Español: Estimación / Português: Estimação / Français: Estimation / Italiano: Stima
Estimation in the context of quality management refers to the process of making informed guesses or calculations about various aspects of products, processes, or projects, such as costs, timeframes, resource requirements, and potential risks. It is a critical activity in planning and decision-making, enabling organizations to allocate resources efficiently, set realistic goals, and identify potential areas of improvement in their quality management systems (QMS).
Deutsch: Europäische Arzneimittel-Agentur / Español: Agencia Europea de Medicamentos / Português: Agência Europeia de Medicamentos / Français: Agence européenne des médicaments / Italiano: Agenzia Europea per i Medicinali
European Medicines Agency (EMA) is a decentralized agency of the European Union (EU) responsible for the scientific evaluation, supervision, and safety monitoring of medicines within the EU. In the context of quality management, the EMA ensures that medicines are safe, effective, and of high quality by setting and enforcing regulatory standards.
Deutsch: Evakuierung / Español: Evacuación / Português: Evacuação / Français: Évacuation / Italian: Evacuazione
Evacuation in the context of quality management refers to the organized and efficient removal of people from a dangerous or potentially hazardous area to ensure their safety. This process is critical in maintaining safety standards within an organisation, particularly during emergencies such as fires, chemical spills, or natural disasters. The goal of an evacuation plan is to minimise risk to human life, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and maintain the integrity of the organisation's quality management system.