tqm lesson 1 Flashcards
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refers to the degree to which a product or service meet or exceeds customer expectations, focusing on delivering consistent, defect-free, and reliable outcomes
Quality
refers to how well a product or service performs its intended function
performance
the expected lifespan of a products under normal or harsh conditions
durability
the uniformity of performance or quality across multiple products or service interactions
consistency
Additional characteristics that enhance the product appeals beyond it’s basic functionality
features
are key attributes that define the value and effectiveness of a product or service from the customer perspective
Dimensions of quality
the process of identifying customer needs and designing products and processes to meet those needs effectively. T
Quality planning
this involves defining customer requirements, establishing quality goals, developing specifications, and implementing systems to achieve quality objectives
Quality Planning
The ability of a product to perform consistently over time without failure.
reliability
Adherence to design specifications and industry standards.
conformance
The ease and speed with which a product can be repaired or maintained.
serviceablity
product’s appearance, feel, smell, taste, or overall sensory appeal.
aesthetics
The customer’s perception of the product’s overall quality, influenced by branding, reputation, or marketing.
Perceived Quality
How well a service provider responds to customer needs, inquiries, or issues
Responsiveness
are foundational elements of Total Quality Management (TQM) that guide an organization’s approach to quality.
Quality Statement
The long-term aspiration of the organization regarding quality. It defines the ideal future state that the company aims to achieve.
vission statement
A formal document outlining the organization’s commitment to quality, the processes it will follow, and the standards it will uphold.
quality policy
The organization’s purpose and its approach to achieving the quality goals.
mission statement
clear, measurable targets that the organization aims to achieve within a specified timeframe to ensure quality standards are met.
quality goals and objectives
is crucial, categorized as prevention costs (e.g., training and planning to prevent defects), appraisal costs (inspection and testing), internal failure costs (defects found before customer delivery), and external failure costs (defects identified after delivery, such as returns or warranties).
quality cost
is a management approach centered on improving quality across all organizational processes
Total Quality Management (TQM
can be summarized as a management system for a customer-focused organization that engages all employees in continual improvement of the organization.
tqm
can be traced through various stages of quality practices over decades, influenced by key thinkers, technological advancements, and global competition.
tqm
marked the foundation of modern quality control, driven by the industrial revolution and the growing need for efficiency in mass production
Early 20th Century: Beginnings of Quality Control