1. the process of making things conform to a standard or set of rules
2. the establishment of standards or norms for products, processes, or procedures
Usage: often used in business and manufacturing contexts

Examples

• The standardization of test formats made it easier to compare student performance across schools.
• Manufacturing companies benefit from the standardization of parts and processes.
• The standardization of medical procedures helps ensure patient safety.
• International standardization of measurements facilitates global trade.
• The company’s standardization efforts reduced production costs significantly.
• Standardization of software interfaces improves compatibility between systems.