TQM is a philosophy for managing an organisation in a way which enables it to meet stakeholder needs and expectations efficiently and effectively, without compromising ethical values.. This article is about the specific approach to quality management from the 1980s.
Noun. 1. seniority-higher rank than that of others especially by reason of longer service. higher rank, higher status, senior status. high status-a position of superior status.
noun, plural formalities. 1. condition or quality of being formal; accordance with required or traditional rules, procedures, etc.; conventionality. 2. rigorously methodical character. 3. strict adherence to established rules and procedures; rigidity. 4. observance of form or ceremony.