specification audit
[/ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ˈɔːdɪt/]
nounpl: specification audits
auditoria de especificação
1. A systematic review and verification process to ensure that specifications meet requirements, standards, and quality criteria before implementation or production
The specification audit revealed several gaps between customer requirements and the proposed design.
A auditoria de especificação revelou várias lacunas entre os requisitos do cliente e o projeto proposto.
2. An examination of technical or functional specifications to confirm accuracy, completeness, compliance, and consistency with established standards
We conducted a specification audit to verify that all product specifications complied with industry regulations.
Realizamos uma auditoria de especificação para verificar se todas as especificações do produto estavam em conformidade com os regulamentos da indústria.
3. A quality control process in engineering and software development that validates specifications before they are approved and used for development or manufacturing
The specification audit process helped us identify and correct errors early in the project lifecycle.
O processo de auditoria de especificação nos ajudou a identificar e corrigir erros no início do ciclo de vida do projeto.
The specification audit is a critical quality control practice in both Brazilian and American industries, particularly in aerospace, automotive, software development, and manufacturing sectors. In Brazil, this term is predominantly used in regulated industries and among companies following international quality standards (ISO 9001, etc.). It reflects the growing emphasis on quality management systems and compliance with technical standards in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
conduct a specification audit
pass a specification audit
fail a specification audit
audit specifications for compliance
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