The Application of Cost/Benefit Analysis in the Development of Voluntary Standards

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the role and significance of standards to industry and society from an economic perspective. The decisionmaking processes of voluntary standards organizations, such as the American National Standards Institute are examined within a framework of applied economic cost/benefit analysis. The findings of the study emphasize the need for non-engineering evaluation of standards and standardizing activities within single firms, industrywide organizations, or government. Keywords: Specifications; Standardization.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA172243

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  • Brian E. Fahnestock

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  • Naval Postgraduate School

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