The AQL is critical because it directly affects the price of the service and the amount of quality assurance surveillance needed. The standard selected should insure that the service, if delivered to standard, meets the minimum needs of the Government. Overly stringent AQLs may be a significant cost driver. It is important that the Government recognize that for a variety of reasons variations in performance can, and do, occur.
Perfection comes at a price.
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