In Which Stage of the Total Quality Management Process Does

question 18

Multiple Choice

In which stage of the total quality management process does research establish quantitative measures that can serve as points of comparison against which to evaluate future efforts?

• A)exploration stage
• B)initial quality improvement stage
• C)benchmarking stage
• D)continuous quality improvement stage

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Definitions:

Long-Term Health

The aspect of health that involves enduring wellness and absence of chronic diseases or conditions over a significant period.

Process Focused

An approach or method that is primarily concerned with the procedures and steps followed to achieve a specific goal.

Standardize

The process of establishing and implementing technical standards to ensure consistency and compatibility across systems, products, or services.

Expectations

The beliefs or assumptions about what should happen in the future regarding the performance or outcomes of a project.