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What is the broad definition of quality?
The ability of a product or service to consistently meet or exceed customer requirements or expectations.
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of product quality?
What are the eight dimensions used to judge product quality?
What is a dimension of service quality that involves the speed of delivery?
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Which of the following best describes service quality?
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The ability to perform a service dependably, consistently, and accurately refers to ______.
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Study Notes
Concept of Quality
- Quality is the ability of a product or service to consistently meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Customer requirements for quality are varied, making it a customer-dependent concept.
- Recently, there has been renewed focus on quality due to negative publicity from product recalls across industries, including automobiles and pharmaceuticals.
Defining Quality
- Quality can be assessed by comparing performance to expectations:
- Performance equals expectations: quality met.
- Performance less than expectations: quality unmet.
- Performance greater than expectations: quality exceeded.
- Understanding customer expectations is key for organizations to enhance quality.
Dimensions of Product Quality
- Eight main dimensions are used to evaluate product quality:
- Performance: Core characteristics of a product.
- Aesthetics: Overall appearance and sensory attributes such as feel and smell.
- Special Features: Additional characteristics enhancing product value.
- Conformance: Adherence to design specifications.
- Reliability: Consistent and dependable performance.
- Durability: Longevity and resilience over time.
- Perceived Quality: Indirect assessment through reputation.
- Serviceability: Effectiveness in addressing repairs and complaints.
Examples of Product Quality Dimensions (Automobile Context)
- Performance: Fit, finish, and handling characteristics.
- Aesthetics: Design of both exterior and interior.
- Features: Innovations in convenience (gauge placement), technology (GPS), and safety (anti-skid systems).
- Conformance: Matching specifications set by the manufacturer.
- Reliability: Low frequency of repairs needed.
- Durability: Useful life measured in miles and resistance to wear.
- Perceived Quality: Recognition of the brand as top-rated.
- Serviceability: Simplified repair processes.
Dimensions of Service Quality
- Service quality dimensions differ from product quality:
- Convenience: Accessibility of the service.
- Reliability: Consistent and accurate service performance.
- Responsiveness: Willingness to assist customers in unique situations.
- Time: Speed of service delivery.
- Assurance: Knowledge of personnel and ability to foster trust.
- Courtesy: Treatment of customers by employees.
- Tangibles: Physical aspects of services, including staff and materials.
- Consistency: Ability to maintain service quality over time.
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This quiz explores the concept of quality, focusing on how it is defined and its importance in meeting customer expectations. Delve into customer-dependency in quality standards and how this focus has evolved over time in business practices.
