Glossary D

Deutsch: Bagger / Español: Dragador / Português: Draga / Français: Dragueur / Italiano: Dragatore /

In the context of quality management, the term "dredger" does not have a direct application or meaning typically associated with quality management principles or practices. Instead, a dredger refers to a piece of heavy equipment used in the maritime industry for excavating and removing sediment and debris from the bottoms of water bodies such as rivers, harbors, and seas to maintain waterway navigability, create new harbors, or for land reclamation purposes.

Deutsch: Langlebigkeit / Español: Durabilidad / Português: Durabilidade / Français: Durabilité / Italiano: Durabilità /

In the quality management context, durability refers to the ability of a product or service to perform its required functions under normal operating conditions for an intended period without undue degradation or failure. This characteristic is crucial as it impacts customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and the overall cost-effectiveness of a product or service.

Deutsch: Dauer / Español: Duración / Português: Duração / Français: Durée / Italiano: Durata

In the context of quality management, duration refers to the amount of time taken to complete a specific process or activity within the quality management system (QMS). This concept is crucial for planning, monitoring, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of quality-related processes. Managing duration effectively can lead to faster production times, improved customer satisfaction, and better resource utilization.

Deutsch: Farbstoff / Español: Colorante / Português: Corante / Français: Colorant / Italiano: Colorante

In the quality management context, "Dyestuff" refers to any natural or synthetic substance used to impart color to textiles, paper, leather, and other materials. Quality management for dyestuffs involves ensuring the consistency, safety, and performance of these coloring substances throughout their production and application processes. This includes adherence to regulatory standards, achieving colorfastness, maintaining color accuracy, and minimizing environmental impact.