Glossary M

Deutsch: Mikrodiffusionsmethode / Español: Método de microdifusión / Português: Método de microdifusão / Français: Méthode de microdiffusion / Italian: Metodo di microdiffusione

Microdiffusion method is a technique used in quality management for the precise measurement of volatile substances. This method relies on the principle of diffusion, where a substance moves from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration through a semipermeable membrane or medium.

Deutsch: Mikroskop / Español: Microscopio / Português: Microscópio / Français: Microscope / Italiano: Microscopio

Microscope in the context of quality management refers to a critical tool used for magnifying and examining materials, components, and products at a microscopic level to ensure they meet the specified quality standards. Microscopes are utilized to identify defects, imperfections, or contaminants that are not visible to the naked eye, enabling quality control personnel to assess the quality of raw materials, monitor manufacturing processes, and verify the final product quality.

Deutsch: Mikrostruktur / Español: Microestructura / Português: Microestrutura / Français: Microstructure / Italian: Microstruttura

Microstructure refers to the small-scale structure of a material, observed at magnifications required to see the detail. In the context of quality management, microstructure analysis is crucial for understanding the material properties and ensuring that they meet the required standards and specifications.

Deutsch: Migration / Español: Migración / Português: Migração / Français: Migration / Italiano: Migrazione

Migration in the context of quality management refers to the process of transferring data, processes, systems, or products from one environment to another. This can include moving to new software platforms, updating systems, or shifting production processes, while ensuring that quality standards are maintained or improved during the transition.

Deutsch: Meilenstein / Español: Hito / Português: Marco / Français: Étape clé / Italiano: Pietra miliare

In the quality management context, a milestone refers to a significant point or event in a project or process that marks progress toward achieving specific quality objectives. Milestones are used as checkpoints to assess performance, compliance, and adherence to quality standards within the scope of a quality management system (QMS).

Deutsch: Fehlausrichtung / Español: Desalineación / Português: Desalinhamento / Français: Désalignement / Italiano: Disallineamento

Misalignment in the quality management context refers to a lack of coherence or synchronisation between various components of an organisation’s processes, objectives, or systems that are essential for achieving consistent quality outcomes. This could involve misalignment between quality goals and operational practices, between different departments, or between what the customer expects and what is delivered. Misalignment can result in inefficiencies, defects, or failure to meet quality standards, ultimately affecting customer satisfaction and operational performance.

Deutsch: Mischbarkeit / Español: Miscibilidad / Português: Miscibilidade / Français: Miscibilité / Italian: Miscibilità

Miscibility in the quality management context refers to the ability of two or more substances to mix and form a homogeneous solution. In this context, it often pertains to the compatibility and uniformity of materials, components, or processes, ensuring that they work seamlessly together without separation or inconsistencies.

Deutsch: Fehlkommunikation / Español: Mala comunicación / Português: Falta de comunicação / Français: Mauvaise communication / Italiano: Cattiva comunicazione

Miscommunication in the context of quality management refers to the failure of accurate and effective communication within or between teams, departments, or external stakeholders, leading to misunderstandings, errors, or non-conformities in processes or products. It is a critical factor that can undermine the effectiveness of a quality management system (QMS) and negatively affect product quality, service delivery, and customer satisfaction.