Glossary F

Deutsch: Fluß / Português: Fluxo / Français: Flow -/ Italiano: Flow

In the quality management context, "flow" refers to the movement or progression of a product, service, or information through the stages of a process or system. In a quality management context, flow refers to the movement of products, services, or information through the various stages of production, delivery, or distribution.

English: Fluid / Deutsch: Flüssig / Español: Fluido / Português: Fluido / Français: Fluide / Italiano: Fluido /

In the context of quality management, 'fluid' refers to a flexible and adaptable approach to managing quality. Fluid quality management recognizes that the business environment is constantly changing, and therefore quality management practices must also be dynamic and adaptable.

Deutsch: Fluoreszenz / Español: Fluorescencia / Português: Fluorescência / Français: Fluorescence / Italiano: Fluorescenza

Fluorescence in the quality management context refers to the use of fluorescent techniques to inspect, test, or monitor the quality of materials, products, or processes. Fluorescence-based methods are particularly valuable in non-destructive testing (NDT), where they help identify defects, contaminations, or inconsistencies without damaging the product. These methods are widely used in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals to ensure high quality and safety standards.

Deutsch: Focimeter / Español: Focímetro / Português: Focímetro / Français: Focimètre / Italiano: Focimetro

Focimeter in the quality management context refers to a specialized optical instrument used primarily to measure the optical power of lenses, such as those in eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other optical devices. Ensuring the accuracy of these measurements is crucial for maintaining the quality of optical products.

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.

Deutsch: Lebensmittelindustrie / Español: Industria alimentaria / Português: Indústria de alimentos / Français: Industrie alimentaire / Italiano: Industria alimentare

Food industry in the quality management context refers to the sector that encompasses the production, processing, packaging, distribution, and retail of food products, with a focus on ensuring food safety, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards. Quality management in the food industry ensures that products meet safety requirements, are free from contamination, and maintain the desired quality throughout their shelf life. This involves the implementation of standards, processes, and controls that help prevent defects, ensure consumer safety, and meet customer expectations.

Deutsch: Lebensmittelproduktion / Español: Producción de Alimentos / Português: Produção de Alimentos / Français: Production Alimentaire / Italian: Produzione Alimentare

Food production in the context of quality management refers to the processes involved in creating food products, from raw material sourcing through manufacturing, processing, and packaging, all under strict adherence to quality and safety standards. This involves ensuring that food products are safe for consumption, meet regulatory requirements, and consistently satisfy consumer expectations.

Deutsch: Lebensmittel / Español: Alimentos / Português: Alimentos / Français: Aliments / Italiano: Alimenti /

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.