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Quality systems & corrective action · Core

Quality assurance

Also called: QA

ELI5

Planned activities intended to provide confidence that quality requirements will be met.

Used in conversation

“Do not close quality assurance until the evidence has been checked.”

Pitch context

You will see “Quality assurance” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches quality systems & corrective action.

Why it matters: In quality systems & corrective action, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Connected terms

  • Quality controlQuality assurance designs systems to prevent defects; quality control checks outputs to find defects or nonconformity.
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