Glossary P
Glossary P
Deutsch: Richtlinienentwicklung / Español: Desarrollo de Políticas / Português: Desenvolvimento de Políticas / Français: Développement de Politiques / Italiano: Sviluppo delle Politiche
Policy Development in the quality management context refers to the structured process of creating, implementing, and maintaining quality-related policies to ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement. These policies define standards, procedures, and best practices that guide an organisation’s approach to quality assurance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Deutsch: Schadstoff / Español: Contaminante / Português: Poluente / Français: Polluant / Italiano: Inquinante
Pollutant in the context of quality Management refers to any substance or Agent introduced into an environment or system that can compromise product quality, safety, or compliance. Pollutants can be chemical, biological, or physical in Nature and may affect the Integrity of processes, products, or services. Managing pollutants effectively is crucial for maintaining quality standards, adhering to Regulatory requirements, and protecting consumer health and environmental safety.
Deutsch: Umweltschutz durch Vermeidung / Español: Prevención de la Contaminación / Português: Prevenção da Poluição / Français: Prévention de la Pollution / Italiano: Prevenzione dell'Inquinamento
The concept of Pollution Prevention represents a proactive strategy within quality management systems to minimize or eliminate waste and emissions at their source. It contrasts with traditional end-of-pipe solutions by prioritizing process optimization and resource efficiency. This approach aligns with international standards such as ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) and supports sustainable production practices.
Deutsch: Polyester im Qualitätsmanagement / Español: Poliéster en la Gestión de Calidad / Português: Poliéster na Gestão da Qualidade / Français: Polyester dans la Gestion de la Qualité / Italiano: Poliestere nella Gestione della Qualità
Polyester in the quality management context refers to a synthetic polymer widely used in textiles, packaging, and various industrial applications. Quality management of polyester involves ensuring that the material meets specific standards and requirements in terms of durability, performance, and safety.
Deutsch: Polymer / Español: Polímero / Português: Polímero / Français: Polymère / Italiano: Polimero
Polymer in quality management refers to a large molecule composed of repeating structural units, utilized in various industries to create materials with specific properties, ensuring product performance, durability, and compliance with quality standards.
Deutsch: Polymorphismus / Español: Polimorfismo / Português: Polimorfismo / Français: Polymorphisme / Italiano: Polimorfismo
In quality management, polymorphism refers to the ability of a material or substance to exist in multiple crystalline forms while maintaining the same chemical composition. This phenomenon is particularly relevant in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and materials science, where the physical properties of a substance can significantly impact its performance, stability, and regulatory compliance. Understanding polymorphism is essential for ensuring product consistency, safety, and efficacy throughout the manufacturing process.
Deutsch: Porosität / Español: Porosidad / Português: Porosidade / Français: Porosité / Italiano: Porosità
Porosity in the context of quality management refers to the measure of Void spaces within a material, which can affect the material’s strength, durability, permeability, and overall quality. In quality management, controlling and understanding porosity is essential, particularly in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and pharmaceuticals, where the physical properties of materials directly impact the final product's performance and safety.
Deutsch: Position / Español: Posición / Português: Posição / Français: Position / Italiano: Posizione
Position in the quality management context refers to the role or status of an element within the quality management system (QMS), emphasizing its importance, function, or placement in the overall quality hierarchy or process workflow.