Quality Management and Quality Assurance are related but distinct concepts in ensuring product and service excellence.
Let's break down their key differences:
Quality Assurance (QA)
Core Focus:
* Preventive approach to quality
* Ensuring processes are designed correctly to prevent defects
* Establishing standards and methodologies
* Systematic monitoring of product development processes
Key Characteristics:
* Proactive strategy
* Focuses on process improvement
* Implemented throughout the entire product lifecycle
* Aims
