Quality Control   The systematic planning, measuring, and control of a combination of people, materials, metrology, and machines, with the objective of producing a product that satisfies the quality and profitability of the enterprise.
Quay   A pier, wharf, or other structure built along a shore for landing, loading, and unloading boats or ships.
Quick Response (QR)   A consumer-driven system of replenishment in which high quality products and accurate information flow through a paperless (EDI) system between all distribution points from manufacturing line to retail checkout counter. Distributors, carriers and suppliers act as trading partners and focus on improving the total supply system.
Quitclaim   A legal instrument used to release one person's right, title, or interest to another without providing a guarantee or warranty of title.