“There is always time for good study conduct.” This has been an ongoing QA auditor mantra for GLP, clinical, and even non-GLP data. Each auditor strives to ensure that our organizations are fully compliant with established data governance policies. But what happens when data integrity principles are not upheld? There is a monetary cost associated when study excursions occur; however, many scientists, managers, and laboratory staff may not be aware how much deviations from procedures cost. What this poster aims to showcase is the true cost of study deviations. It not only affects internal and external quality programs and regulatory status, but also our organizations’ bottom lines.