Glossary of terms
This glossary is intended to assist you in getting a general understanding of commonly used terms and concepts when dealing with outsourcing and outsourcing governance. We welcome your contribution to further improve and expand the glossary.
There are currently 3 names in this directory beginning with the letter Q.
Quality management
A comprehensive and coordinated set of management activities and functions involved in determination of quality policy and its implementation through means such as quality planning and quality assurance
Quality management system (QMS)
A quality management system (QMS) is a set of policies, processes and procedures required for planning and execution (production/development/service) in the core business area of an organisation.
ISO 9001:2015 is an example of a Quality Management System.