The pyramid model as a structured way of quality management

Willem Pa van der Tuuk Adriani; Smit Sibinga

doi:10.4103/0973-6247.39503

The pyramid model as a structured way of quality management

Asian J Transfus Sci. 2008 Jan;2(1):6-8. doi: 10.4103/0973-6247.39503.

Authors

Willem Pa van der Tuuk Adriani¹, Smit Sibinga

Affiliation

¹ Academic Institute for International Development of Transfusion Medicine, University of Groningen, the Netherlands.

Abstract

Three quality systems that can be used in blood establishments are briefly explained. The Pyramid model is described as a tool to manage the quality systems. Finally, some experiences in other countries are given to prove the validity of the system.

Keywords: GMP for blood banks; Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); ISO 9001; Pyramid model; quality assurance; quality policy and strategy; quality system.