Scrap Isolator and Maintenance are two of many areas that OEM customer representative verifies during the process audit. In the article we suggest how to prepare them properly for this activity.

"Four Days with Dr. Deming: A Strategy for Modern Methods of Management" is a must-read for every engineer, introducing the philosophy that transformed the approach to quality issues in the automotive industry.

IATF requirements pay more and more attention to warranty. For this reason, each person in the organization who manages field returns should identify the main requirements for this area.

During the pre-SoP (Start of Production) phase, each organization participates in the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to verify compliance with quality requirements.

The Pareto diagram is an effective and simple analysis tool that supports setting the right priorities during problem solving.

eSupplierConnect, MaPS, SQP, beSTandard client portals knowing should result not only from the IATF and CSR requirements but also from Stellantis-FCA PPAP process audit.

Organization supplying parts to automotive industry customers should be aware that in case of problems, the customer can inform the Certification Body, in consequence of which will be performed an special audit.

Layered Process Audits (LPA) are among the most critical elements for enhancing an organization's quality management system. Therefore, it's essential to adhere to several best practices during their execution.

One of the important elements in solving problems is the proper implementation of its description, which allows for faster resolution. This opportunity is provided by the application of the 5W2H methodology.

Each organization starting cooperation with a client from the automotive industry must be aware that during the start-up phase its representative will plan a dedicated process audit in the production plant.