Simplifying Quality – Driving Excellence.
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
Purpose: To establish a process for identification, verification, protection and safeguarding of customer property ( Products, Materials, Tools, Fixtures, Gauges, testing equipment & software etc). Scope: All customer’s or external provider’s property. Definition of Customer Property: The property is owned by the customer and provided to the supplier for use in meeting the contract requirement. … Read more
As per the IATF 16949 standard, “Terms and definitions” is the third clause. Terms and definitions are used in this standard in different clauses. So below are the main terms and definitions with some simple explanations. Customer-specific requirement ( CSR) : These are the specific requirements of the customer. These can be based on the … Read more
4M change: Change in any of 4M (Man, Machine, Material & Method) is called 4M change which can be plan change or un plan change. Plan changes are the changes when we have prior information about change and action can be taken as defined. Un plan change is the change when we have no prior … Read more