Which of the following are the objectives of standardisation in a business organisation?

(A) To reduce a given line or product to fixed types, sizes and characteristics.
(B) To establish interchange ability of manufactured parts and products.
(C) To establish standards of excellence and quality in materials.
(D) To establish standards of performance appraisal for human resources only.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

(A), (B) and (C) only

The correct answer is Option (2) → (A), (B) and (C) only

• (A) To reduce a given line or product to fixed types, sizes and characteristics. Correct. This is the core purpose of standardisation—to establish precise, limited specifications (standards) for products to ensure uniformity. This simplifies production and inventory.

• (B) To establish interchangeability of manufactured parts and products. Correct. By having standardised parts and products, one component can be substituted for another without modification, which is crucial for mass production and easy repair.

• (C) To establish standards of excellence and quality in materials. Correct. Standardisation sets benchmarks for quality, grade, and characteristics of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring a consistent and acceptable level of quality.

• (D) To establish standards of performance appraisal for human resources only. This is incorrect because standardisation applies to products, processes, and materials, not specifically to human resource performance appraisal