How to conduct FMEA in Automotive Industry supplying to OEM?

PFMEA in automotive industry

Purpose of FMEA: The purpose of FMEA is to establish & maintain a procedure for process failure.   Scope of FMEA: This procedure applies to all processes (major & critical) that are being used to make various products. What is an FMEA process? An FMEA process can be described as a synchronized group of activities … Read more

How do supplier selection in the automotive industry?

Supplier Selection

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 service & direct production consumables whose product/services affect end-product quality. Responsibility of Supplier Selection: The purchase Head is the overall responsible person … Read more

Product safety procedure as per IATF 16949

Product Safety

Purpose : To establish a procedure for the management of product safety-related products and manufacturing processes. Ensure that product safety requirements are considered during development and regular production. Scope : Applicable for all products and manufacturing processes where safety requirements need to be considered. Responsibility : Head development is responsible for fulfilling all these activities … Read more

Safety Procedure in the workplace of an industy

Safety in the workplace

Purpose: The purpose of the Safety procedure is to provide awareness about safety and to develop a state of readiness, which will allow for a prompt and orderly response to an emergency and compliance with statutory obligations. This safety plan is structured around four major objectives. Scope: The Procedure deals with the Fire safety and … Read more

How to maintain the measuring instruments?

“Our body is like a machine. What will happen if a regular health check-up is not done? Regular exercise not done?  We may fall ill. Similarly, in the case of measuring instruments, if we do not do the proper, regular maintenance, it will also fail.” Reference the MSIL quality manual. Types of Inspection Equipment: Measuring Instruments: … Read more

How to conduct FMEA for a product or process?

Process FMEA

What is FMEA? An FMEA can be described as a schematic group of activities to : In FMEA each failure is considered as an independent occurrence with no relation to other failures in the system. Basic steps for conducting an FMEA: The early and consistent use of FMEA in the design process allows the engineer … Read more

Benefits of implementing an IATF 16949 quality management system

Benefits of IATF 16949

The automotive industry is one of the most competitive industries. With customers demanding higher-quality products, it can be challenging to maintain a competitive edge. One way to stand out in the marketplace is to implement an IATF 16949 quality management system. This article will explore the benefits of implementing an IATF 16949 quality management system … Read more

What is Total quality management (TQM)?

Total quality management

Total Quality Management (TQM) is a management approach that seeks to optimize the quality of an organization’s products and services by involving all employees in a continual improvement process. It aims to increase customer satisfaction, reduce waste, and improve efficiency by promoting a culture of quality and teamwork. TQM involves using quality-focused strategies and methods … Read more

How to manage 4M change in the automotive industry?

4M CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Purpose of 4M change: To record 4M Changes (Operator change, machine change, tool change, material & method change) management for expected change (New operator, operator on leave, machine/tool PM, New machine, new gauge & new instrument) and unexpected changes (Tool breakage, power failure, machine breakdown etc.) If any issue is generated later at the customer … Read more

What is the Kanban System & Kanban Board?

Kanban

Kanban is a workflow management method focused on continuous improvement. It operates as a pull-based system, meaning tasks are pulled through each stage only when capacity is available, rather than being pushed through regardless of readiness. While commonly used in production, Kanban is adaptable to a wide range of processes. Its core purpose is to … Read more