Explain why it is difficult to obtain a single, universal definition of QUALITY?
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because everybody's opinions differ. for some money is no problem.
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There is usually another step in the process - product readiness - it's a separate group of people / different dept.  Prevents those crazy QA guys and gals from taking over the world :)
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There are many types of ISO. Those are refered to ISO Standards..\n\nTake a look at the standard website:\nhttp://www.iso.org/\n\nI cant' explain all the stuff, it would be just copy paste from their website.\n\nEnjoy
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The price of the quality.\nSomething can be cheap, but never worth been seen in ie, never wear it... Or a product can be average price & have a many wear opportunity... Then again ,there are expensive clothes that I've only had the chance to wear out once... Find the middle ground.
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quality control\n\nthe name brands have better quality control, but they are made the same
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I don't think there is a BEST quality . . . I think that several qualities combined make a person special.  Specifically, honesty, compassion, sincerity, caring, and a good personality . . . all combined.  Just one doesn't do it!
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Different instriments are harder for different peopele. There is no universaly hard instriment.
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The same universal laws govern the simple life issues and the complex ones, so it make sense to observe them and try to understand them in the simple issues first and later try to move on to the complexities of life. Let say someone tries to understand humanity as a whole; it is a very complex issue, but understanding one person--myself, for example, is a bit easier, isn't it? That is my understanding of the quote, but I enjoyed other answers also, they seem to answer your question well, each from a different angle and to me it is a great way to learn. Thank you for asking good questions.
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Hmmm... why don't we dissolve all governmental systems until every thing is perfect?... Seriously... just because something isn't without problems and flaws, that is no reason to trash it. Human kind will never be perfect. The only thing we can do is to constantly improve on what we have. Set the standards high and try to meet them. Don't lower them because not everyone can reach the mark.
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Satisfying basic needs brings contentment, but 'good' is a very subjective term. One mans 'goodness' is another mans interference. Most people prefer to have what they need and then determine their own subsequent conduct and beliefs.
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I think anyone who has experienced the finer things in life would prefer quality over quantity. Think of it this way. Pick one from each choice:\n\n*a dozen stale donughts over one fresh Krispy Kreme \n*14 days on a piece of crap cruise ship that smelled bad or a 7 day luxury ship\n*A best friend in the world who would love you no matter how many bad choices you made or 10 people who you never quite respected or could understand\n*bad sex nightly or great sex once a month (hard choice here)\n*a closet of 100 tacky outfits or 10 GREAT articles of clothing
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adaptability?\n\nsuccess?\n\nhumanity?
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unambiguous is the most precise answer. words like exact and precise are not as good because they are, well, ambiguous.
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Happiness is qualitative. It can not be quantified. But the Utilitarians wanted to quantify it in the 19th century.
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I guess it means that something internaly is hard to create an error
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science is based on the CONSISTENT AND UNIVERSAL reproduction of experiments. Given the exact conditions and the exact procedures it has to produce the exact same outcome every time without fail.
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It is a system of translating consumer requirements into appropriate requirements at every stage from research to sales and service.The primary quality tool used in QFD is house of quality.It converts voice of customer to product design.