Glossary P

Deutsch: Verfahren / Español: Procedimiento / Português: Procedimento / Français: Procédure / Italiano: Procedura /

Français: Procédure
Procedure may refer to instructions or recipes or a set of commands that show how to prepare or make something.

Deutsch: Prozess / Español: Proceso / Português: Processo / Français: Processus / Italiano: Processo /

In the context of quality management, 'process' refers to a series of interrelated activities or steps that are designed to achieve a particular outcome. Processes are a key element of quality management as they provide a systematic approach to ensuring consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness in the production of products or services. Processes can be applied to a wide range of activities, from product design and development to manufacturing and delivery.

Deutsch: Prozessanpassungen / Español: Ajustes de proceso / Português: Ajustes de processo / Français: Ajustements de processus / Italiano: Adeguamenti del processo

Process Adjustments in the quality management context refer to the modifications or changes made to existing processes to improve efficiency, effectiveness, quality outcomes, and compliance with established standards and regulations. These adjustments are part of an organization's continuous improvement efforts and can be driven by feedback from quality audits, performance metrics, customer satisfaction data, or changes in regulatory requirements. The goal of making process adjustments is to enhance operational performance and ensure the delivery of high-quality products or services that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Deutsch: Prozessverbesserung / Español: Mejora de procesos / Português: Melhoria de processos / Français: Amélioration des processus / Italian: Miglioramento dei processi

Process Improvement in the quality management context refers to the systematic approach to enhancing the efficiency, effectiveness, and flexibility of a process to achieve better outcomes. It involves analysing current processes, identifying inefficiencies or areas of improvement, and implementing changes that lead to measurable improvements in quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

Procurement in the quality management context refers to the process of acquiring goods, services, or raw materials from external suppliers or vendors to meet an organization's needs. Effective procurement is essential for ensuring that the purchased items or services meet quality standards, comply with regulatory requirements, and contribute to the overall success of an organization. It involves various stages, including sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, and supplier management.

Deutsch: Produktanpassungen / Español: Ajustes del producto / Português: Ajustes do produto / Français: Ajustements du produit / Italiano: Adeguamenti del prodotto

Product Adjustments in the quality management context refer to the changes or modifications made to a product’s design, specifications, or features to improve its quality, performance, compliance with standards, or to meet customer expectations more effectively. These adjustments are part of an organization's efforts to ensure continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. They can be driven by feedback from customers, changes in market demand, innovations in technology, updates in regulatory requirements, or internal quality audits and reviews.

Deutsch: Produktdesign / Español: Diseño de Producto / Português: Design de Produto / Français: Conception de Produit / Italian: Progettazione del Prodotto

Product design in the context of quality management refers to the process of conceptualizing, developing, and refining a product to meet specific quality standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. It involves not only the aesthetic and functional aspects of the product but also ensures that the design process incorporates quality management principles to prevent defects and ensure reliability.

Deutsch: Produktentwicklung / Español: Desarrollo de productos / Português: Desenvolvimento de produtos / Français: Développement de produits / Italian: Sviluppo del prodotto

Product Development in the quality management context refers to the systematic process of designing, creating, and bringing a new product to market while ensuring that it meets specific quality standards and customer requirements. This process integrates quality management principles from the initial concept through to final production, ensuring that the end product is reliable, safe, and fit for purpose.