This Standard establishes requirements for the preparation and approval of dimensional measurement plans to ensure the correctness and acceptability of dimensional measurements. It addresses the critical need for measurement uncertainty evaluation, aligning with the Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (GUM), to meet business requirements such as cost, error consequences, liability, and customer needs. The Standard emphasizes that management must consider the importance and difficulty of quantitatively assessing all significant sources of measurement error when determining the acceptability of a measuring procedure.

This Standard is designed for professionals involved in dimensional metrology and quality control. Its focus on measurement uncertainty and its alignment with the GUM suggests a rigorous, technical approach intended for those who require precise and defensible measurement processes. The emphasis on business needs indicates its applicability in industrial and manufacturing settings where the cost and consequences of measurement errors are significant.