Cost of nonconformance

What is the Cost of Nonconformance?

The cost of nonconformance is comprised of those costs incurred as the result of a failure to meet the quality standards for a product. These costs are triggered when problems in the production process cause imperfections that render products unusable. The costs can include rework , scrap , field service costs, warranty replacements, and the cost of lost customers .

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