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What is IATF 16949? IATF 16949:2016 is the international quality management standard specifically designed for the automotive industry. It is based on ISO 9001:2015, but includes additional automotive-specific requirements that ensure product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. The standard is developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) and applies to all automotive suppliers and … Read more
Quality Objectives (KPI): Quality objectives are the SMART goals for enhancing customer satisfaction and are relevant to the company’s quality policy. Quality objectives are defined when establishing the quality management system or during management review. It is also called a KPI (Key Performance Indicator). Each department should define its KPI. List of the Quality Objectives … Read more
What is a Poison Test? A poison test is a process of checking the competence of quality inspectors. It is done by providing a small mixed lot of OK and defective parts for inspection within the defined takt time. It is a periodic practical process of taking tests for final inspectors. Poison tests, also called … Read more
Cycle Time vs Takt Time: Cycle Time: Cycle time in manufacturing is the time taken to produce a final part using different processes. It is a time-consuming process that takes the maximum time. We can get cycle time by observing the process for a defined time and counting the number of parts produced. We should … Read more
PDCA Cycle It is a cycle of continuous improvement. The meaning of PDCA is Plan, Do, Check & Act. The PDCA cycle is also known as the Deming Cycle. What are the steps of the PDCA Cycle? There are 4 steps in the PDCA cycle. 1. PLAN 2. DO 3. CHECK 4. … Read more
The Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) is the total financial loss a company suffers because of defects, scrap, rework, customer complaints, warranty claims, poor processes, and inefficiencies. COPQ directly affects profitability, customer satisfaction, and brand reputation. Many organizations also refer to cost of quality (COQ) when analyzing their total quality costs, but COPQ specifically focuses … Read more
Inventory Turnover: Inventory turnover is the rate at which a company converts its inventory into sales. It is the number of times a company makes the sale of its inventory in a period. Where inventory is the total of all goods in its stock, which includes Raw materials, bought-out parts, Work in progress and finished … Read more
Purpose: To implement a system for supplier evaluation, supplier selection, and supplier approval based on their ability to supply products as per the company’s requirements. Scope: It covers all materials, parts/components, job work & direct production consumables whose products/services affect end-product quality. Responsibility of Supplier Selection: The purchase Head is the overall responsible person for … Read more
Management review of the organization’s QMS at planned intervals will be done by top management. Management review is done to ensure the continuing suitability, adequacy, effectiveness and alignment with the strategic direction of the organization. Input/checkpoints to be discussed during MRM: Below is the IATF Management Review Checklist: 1. Status of actions from previous management … Read more
Regular machine maintenance is essential in every manufacturing industry to ensure consistent performance, reduce breakdowns and increase the life of equipment. In this post, you’ll learn the complete Machine Maintenance Procedure and History Card Format used in manufacturing plants, with free downloadable templates in Excel and PDF formats. What is Machine Maintenance Procedure? Machine maintenance … Read more