Glossary C

Deutsch: Fähigkeit / Español: Capacidad / Português: Capacidade / Français: Capacité / Italiano: Capacità

Capability in the context of quality management refers to the inherent ability of a process, system, or organization to consistently produce output that meets specified criteria and quality standards. It encompasses the concepts of process performance, suitability, and the overall effectiveness of quality management practices in achieving desired outcomes.

Deutsch: Transport / Español: Transporte / Português: Transporte / Français: Transport / Italiano: Trasporto

Carriage in the quality management context refers to the transportation and handling of goods or products from one location to another, ensuring that they maintain their quality, integrity, and safety throughout the journey. This term is significant in industries where the logistics of moving goods play a crucial role in maintaining product quality, such as in manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and retail.

Deutsch: Katalysator / Español: Catalizador / Português: Catalisador / Français: Catalyseur / Italiano: Catalizzatore

Catalyst in the context of quality management refers to a factor, action, or change agent that accelerates improvement processes, drives positive change, or enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of quality initiatives within an organisation. While traditionally associated with chemistry, where a catalyst speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed, in quality management, a catalyst can be a person, a technology, a process change, or a strategic initiative that significantly boosts the performance of a quality management system (QMS).

Deutsch: Kategorie / Español: Categoría / Português: Categoria / Français: Catégorie / Italiano: Categoria

Category in the quality management context refers to the classification or grouping of products, processes, or quality-related activities based on shared characteristics or specific criteria. Categories are used to organize and manage quality control activities more effectively, making it easier to apply standards, monitor performance, and implement improvements across different aspects of an organisation.

Deutsch: Hohlraum / Español: Cavidad / Português: Cavidade / Français: Cavité / Italiano: Cavità

Cavity in the context of quality management typically refers to an internal void or defect within a material or product that can affect its structural integrity, performance, or appearance. These cavities can be formed during manufacturing processes such as casting, molding, or welding.

CEN, in the context of quality management, refers to the European Committee for Standardization. CEN is a European organization that develops and publishes voluntary European standards to ensure the quality, safety, and performance of products and services across European countries. These standards cover various industries and sectors, contributing to the harmonization of technical regulations and promoting trade within the European Union.

Deutsch: Zertifizierung / Español: Certificación / Português: Certificação / Français: Certification / Italiano: Certificazione

In the context of quality management, certification refers to the formal recognition provided by an external, accredited body that an organization’s quality management system meets specific standards. This certification assures stakeholders that the organization adheres to established quality processes and practices, aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Deutsch: Zertifizierung und Konformität / Español: Certificación y Cumplimiento / Português: Certificação e Conformidade / Français: Certification et Conformité / Italiano: Certificazione e Conformità

Certification and Compliance in the quality management context refers to two interconnected aspects of ensuring that products, services, processes, or systems meet specified requirements. Certification involves obtaining formal recognition from an external body that verifies adherence to particular standards, such as ISO 9001 for quality management systems. Compliance, on the other hand, refers to the state of aligning with internal and external regulations, standards, and laws that are applicable to the organization’s operations.