Qualifier Data
element whose value is expressed as a code that gives specific meaning
to the function of another data element or a segment.
Quality (ISO 8402) Totality
of features and characteristics of a product or service that bear on
its ability to satisfy stated or implied needs. Note: The ISO 9000
standards on quality management and quality assurance consist of 4
standards: 9000 guidelines for selection and use, 9001 model for
quality assurance in design/development, 9002 model for quality
assurance in production and installation, 9003 model for quality
assurance in final inspection and test, and 9004 guidelines for quality
management and quality system elements.
Quality Assurance (ISO 8402) All
those planned and systematic actions necessary to provide adequate
confidence that a product or service satisfies given requirements for
quality.
Quality Control (ISO 8402) Operational techniques and activities that are used to fulfil requirements for quality.
Quantity Charge Unit rate which is lower than the normal rate and applies to shipments meeting specific weight requirements (air cargo).
Quantity Discount Proportional reduction of a rate based on quantity (air cargo). → Normal Charge
Quarantine Period
during which an arriving vessel, including its equipment, cargo, crew
or passengers, suspected to carry or carrying a contagious disease is
detained in strict isolation to prevent the spread of such a disease.
Quay That part of a wharf which is intended for the mooring of vessels. Synonym: → Pier → Wharf
Queue Time → Waiting Time
Quotas System of controlling imports, exports or production by specifying a certain limitation.
Quotation Free offer to sell goods at a stated price and under specified conditions.
Quotation Expiration Date Date from which a quotation price is no longer valid. |