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The Glossary for Quality Management +++ Popular Articles: 'Process', 'Production', 'Performance'

Deutsch: Verpackung / Español: Embalaje / Português: Design de embalagem/ Français: Emballage / Italiano: Imballaggio
Packaging is the technology of enclosing or protecting products for distribution, storage, sale, and use. Packaging also refers to the process of design, evaluation, and production of packages.

Deutsch: Papier / Español: Papel / Português: Papel / Français: Papier / Italiano: Carta

In the quality management context, paper refers to a material used to record, store, and present information. The quality of paper can affect the readability, longevity, and overall appearance of the information recorded on it.

Deutsch: Teilchen / Italiano: Particella
In the physical sciences, a particle is a small localized object to which can be ascribed several physical or chemical properties such as volume or mass.

Deutsch: Wahrnehmung / Español: Percepción / Português: Percepção / Français: Perception / Italiano: Percezione

Perception in the quality management context refers to how customers or stakeholders interpret and evaluate the quality of products, services, and processes of an organization. It encompasses the subjective assessments, expectations, and experiences that influence their satisfaction and loyalty. In quality management, understanding and managing perception is crucial because it directly impacts customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and competitive advantage. Even if a product or service meets technical specifications, its success in the market can be compromised if customer perceptions are not aligned with the intended quality standards.

Deutsch: Leistung / Español: Rendimiento / Português: Desempenho / Français: Performance / Italiano: Prestazione /

In quality management, performance refers to the ability of an organization to achieve its goals and objectives in an effective and efficient manner. Performance is a critical aspect of quality management,, as it allows organizations to measure and evaluate their success in meeting customer needs, improving processes,, and achieving business results.

Deutsch: Fotografie / Español: Fotografia / Português: Fotografia / Français: Photographie / Italiano: Fotografia

In the quality management context, "photography" refers to the process of capturing and producing images, typically with the use of a camera and other imaging equipment. Photography can be an important aspect of quality management, as it can provide visual evidence of product quality, process performance,, and customer satisfaction.

Plastic in the quality management context refers to a versatile and synthetic material known for its malleability and wide range of applications across industries. Plastic materials are characterized by their ability to be molded into various shapes, sizes, and forms, making them essential components in manufacturing, construction, packaging, and countless other sectors. Ensuring the quality and safety of plastic products is paramount, as they play a significant role in modern society.