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| Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) |
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| ANSI/ASQC Z1.4-1981 defines AQL as "the maximum percent nonconforming (or the maximum number of non-conformities per hundred units), that for purposes of sampling inspection, can be considered satisfactory as a process average." |
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| Testing to ensure that the system meets the needs of the organization and the end user or customer (ie validates the right system was built) |
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| Used to verify that data requirements (represented in the form of entity-relationship diagram) support the data demands of process requirements (represented in data flow diagrams and process specifications) |
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| An identifiable work task that needs to be controlled |
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| A group process that takes large amounts of language data, such as a list developed by brainstorming, and divides into categories |
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| A capacity for more rapid, flexible, and customized responses such as shorter cycles for the introduction of new/improved products and services, as well as for faster and more flexible responses to customers |
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| The American National Standards Institute that is the organization that helps set standards and also represents the United States in international standards bodies. |
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| The ability to evaluate audience needs and develop appropriate presentation materials |
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| An independent inspection or assessment activity that verifies compliance with plans, policies, and procedures, and ensures that resources are conserved. Audit is a staff function, it serves as the "eyes and ears" of management. |
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