Chapter 1 Standardization/1
1.1 History/2
1.2 Usage /5
1.3 Process /7
1.4 Effects /7
Chapter 2 International Standard Organization /11
2.1ISO/12
2.2IEEE/20
2.3ASTM /20
2.4ITU /22
Chapter 3 Overview of the U.S. Standardization System /31
3.1 Background/32
3.2 A Reflection of American Values /32
3.3 Strength Through Diversity /33
3.4 Harmonizing U.S. Government and Private-Sector
Standardization Activities /34
3.5 The Global Stage /36
3.6 Examining Conformity Assessment /36
3.7 Conclusion/38
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