Glossary F

Deutsch: Forstwissenschaft / Español: Ingeniería de montes / Português: Engenharia florestal / Italiano: Arboricoltura da legno
Forestry is the science, art, and craft of creating, managing, using, conserving, and repairing forests and associated resources to meet desired goals, needs, and values for human benefit.

Deutsch: Formulierung / Español: Formulación / Português: Formulação / Français: Formulation / Italiano: Formulazione

Formulation in quality management refers to the precise process of developing and preparing products, compositions, or solutions in a way that ensures consistency, efficacy, and adherence to quality standards.

Deutsch: Fragilität / Español: Fragilidad / Português: Fragilidade / Français: Fragilité / Italiano: Fragilità

Fragility in the quality management context refers to the susceptibility of a product, process, or system to failure, damage, or degradation under stress, variability, or unexpected conditions. Fragility highlights the vulnerability of systems or products that are not resilient or robust enough to withstand changes or disturbances, leading to quality issues, product defects, or operational disruptions.

Deutsch: Gefrierschrank / Español: Congelador / Português: Congelador / Français: Congélateur / Italiano: Congelatore /

Freezer in the quality management context refers to a temperature-controlled storage unit designed to maintain low temperatures, typically below freezing, for the preservation and storage of various products, including food, pharmaceuticals, biological samples, and sensitive materials. Quality management often involves the use of freezers to ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of these products. Freezers play a crucial role in preventing spoilage, maintaining product quality, and adhering to regulatory standards.

Deutsch: Süßwasser / Español: Agua dulce / Português: Água doce / Français: Eau douce / Italian: Acqua dolce

Freshwater is a critical resource in quality management, particularly in industries reliant on water for their processes, production, and product quality. Managing freshwater effectively ensures sustainability, compliance with environmental regulations, and the maintenance of high-quality standards in various operations.

Deutsch: Reibung / Español: Fricción / Português: Fricção / Français: Friction / Italiano: Attrito

Friction in the context of quality management refers to any resistance, obstacles, or inefficiencies that hinder smooth operations, processes, or interactions within an organisation. This concept is often used metaphorically to describe challenges that slow down workflows, reduce productivity, cause delays, or negatively impact the quality of products and services. Managing and reducing friction is essential in quality management to improve efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure continuous improvement.

Deutsch: Erfüllung / Español: Cumplimiento / Português: Cumprimento / Français: Accomplissement / Italiano: Realizzazione

Fulfillment in the quality management context refers to the process and capability of an organization to meet or exceed customer expectations by delivering products or services in accordance with specified requirements. It encompasses all aspects of the supply chain, including order processing, inventory management, packaging, shipping, and delivery, ensuring that customers receive their orders accurately, on time, and in good condition. Fulfillment is critical for achieving customer satisfaction, fostering loyalty, and maintaining a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Deutsch: Funktionalität / Español: Funcionalidad / Português: Funcionalidade / Français: Fonctionnalité / Italiano: Funzionalità /

Functionality in the quality management context refers to the ability of a product, system, or service to perform its intended functions effectively and efficiently. It encompasses various aspects such as reliability, performance, features, and usability, all of which contribute to the overall functionality of a product. Ensuring high functionality is essential for meeting customer expectations, complying with industry standards, and achieving business success.