Terms and Definitions as per IATF 16949 for Automotive Industry
Customer Specific Requirement : Based on Supplier Quality Manual such as 4M change control, Packaging requirement etc
Control Plan : Control plan is the documented description of the systems and processes required for controlling the manufacturing of product.
Accessory Parts : Customer specified additional components that are either mechanically or electronically connected to the vehicle
After Market Parts : These are the replacement parts not purchased or released by an OEM for service part application
Escalation Process : It is a process used to highlight certain issue so that the appropriate personal can respond to these situations and monitor the resolution.
Error Proofing : It is the product and manufacturing process design and development to prevent manufacture of non conforming product
Outsourced Process : Outsource process is the part of an organization processes that is performed by an external organization.
Special Characteristics : It is the classification of a product characteristic that can affect safety or compliance with regulations.
Premium Freight : Premium freight is the extra cost incurred in addition to the contracted delivery. This can be due to method, quantity, late delivery.