AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit)
A sampling standard that sets how many units to inspect and how many defects are acceptable before a batch is rejected.
Quality Control
PPS (Pre-Production Sample)
A sample made with the actual materials and process before mass production, approved by the buyer as the reference for …
PSI (Pre-Shipment Inspection)
An inspection of finished, packed goods before they leave the factory, used to confirm quality and quantity before the …
QC (Quality Control)
The checks a factory or buyer performs on materials, production, and finished goods to make sure products meet the …
Third-Party Inspection
A quality check carried out by an independent inspection company hired by the buyer, rather than by the factory or the …