Glossary F

Deutsch: Lebensmittel / Español: Alimento / Português: Alimento / Français: Aliment / Italiano: Alimento

Food in the quality management context refers to any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for the body, ideally manufactured, handled, and stored in ways that ensure it is safe, wholesome, and of high quality. Quality management in the food sector involves systematic processes and standards designed to control and improve the safety, integrity, and quality of food products from farm to fork.

Foodstuff in the quality management context refers to any substance intended for consumption, usually of plant or animal origin, that serves as sustenance for humans. Quality management in the food industry is critical to ensure the safety, integrity, and compliance of food products with regulatory standards and consumer expectations. The term "foodstuff" encompasses a wide range of products, from raw ingredients to processed and packaged foods.

Deutsch: Forstwissenschaft / Español: Ingeniería de montes / Português: Engenharia florestal / Italiano: Arboricoltura da legno
Forestry is the science, art, and craft of creating, managing, using, conserving, and repairing forests and associated resources to meet desired goals, needs, and values for human benefit.

Deutsch: Gefrierschrank / Español: Congelador / Português: Congelador / Français: Congélateur / Italiano: Congelatore /

Freezer in the quality management context refers to a temperature-controlled storage unit designed to maintain low temperatures, typically below freezing, for the preservation and storage of various products, including food, pharmaceuticals, biological samples, and sensitive materials. Quality management often involves the use of freezers to ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of these products. Freezers play a crucial role in preventing spoilage, maintaining product quality, and adhering to regulatory standards.

Deutsch: Erfüllung / Español: Cumplimiento / Português: Cumprimento / Français: Accomplissement / Italiano: Realizzazione

Fulfillment in the quality management context refers to the process and capability of an organization to meet or exceed customer expectations by delivering products or services in accordance with specified requirements. It encompasses all aspects of the supply chain, including order processing, inventory management, packaging, shipping, and delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders accurately, on time, and in good condition. Fulfillment is critical for achieving customer satisfaction, fostering loyalty, and maintaining a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Deutsch: Funktionalität / Español: Funcionalidad / Português: Funcionalidade / Français: Fonctionnalité / Italiano: Funzionalità /

Functionality in the quality management context refers to the ability of a product, system, or service to perform its intended functions effectively and efficiently. It encompasses various aspects such as reliability, performance, features, and usability, all of which contribute to the overall functionality of a product. Ensuring high functionality is essential for meeting customer expectations, complying with industry standards, and achieving business success.

Deutsch: Fusion / Español: Fusión / Português: Fusão / Français: Fusion / Italiano: Fusione

Fusion in the context of quality management refers to the integration or merging of various quality management systems, practices, standards, or technologies to create a cohesive, unified approach to quality. This concept is about harmonizing different elements to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and to achieve synergies that improve overall quality performance within an organization.

Italiano: FVT

FVT may refer to Functional Verification Test or Field Vane Test or Final Verification Testing