IATF 16949 is a technical specification that outlines the requirements for a quality management system in the automotive industry. It was developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) in conjunction with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and it supersedes the previous standard, ISO/TS 16949.

The IATF 16949 standard focuses on the development of a quality management system that ensures consistent quality and continuous improvement throughout the automotive supply chain. It includes requirements for the design, development, production, installation, and servicing of automotive products.

Adopting the IATF 16949 standard is voluntary, but it is widely used in the automotive industry as a requirement for doing business with automotive manufacturers. The standard is designed to help companies reduce the risk of quality issues and improve overall efficiency and effectiveness, which can lead to increased customer satisfaction and a stronger competitive position in the market.

IATF 16949:2016 outlines 463 requirements (in addition to the 321 ISO 9001:2015 requirements) that organizations must comply with in order to achieve 3rd-party certification. The 1st edition of this document was released in October of 2016 after the release of the ISO 9001 standard in September of 2015.

 
 

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The QMS Automotive Series is based on the requirements of the IATF 16949 international quality management system standard for the automotive sector. This series provides students with course options ranging from a top management overview to skills necessary for Lead Auditors.

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Are you qualified consultant or in-house Automotive QMS facilitators? If so, save thousands by conducting training events using our bundled course material, exercises, audit scenarios, links to videos and online classroom companion. This is a perfect fit for smaller organizations as well as global organizations in need of a cost-effective approach to scaling the qualifications of internal auditors and/or process owners.

This IATF 16949:2016 training course covers the latest standards for the international quality management system standard (ISO 9001:2015) plus automotive QMS requirements. The course comes with everything you need to train your clients, internal associates or your suppliers. This series provides students with course options ranging from a top management overview, responsibilities for process owners to skills necessary for Lead Auditors.

The Facilitator Bundle includes:

  • Instructor Binder with slides in Notes Handout view providing context and instructions where needed

  • Up to 5 Student Manuals that are professionally bound with the course content and exercises

  • Digital PDF version of the Instructor Binder

  • Digital PDF version of the Student Manual for presentation

+ Student Manuals are also available for individual purchase.

+ Courses may also be bundled and licensed for consultants or other training service providers.

+ Upgrades to IATF 16949 LEAD Auditor Training Bundles available as an additional add-on for students leading audits or managing audit programs.

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Core Tools

AIAG (Automotive Industry Action Group) Core Tools are a set of standardized processes and techniques widely used in the automotive industry to ensure quality, efficiency, and risk management in automotive manufacturing and supply chain activities. These tools are critical for maintaining product integrity and facilitating effective communication and collaboration across various stakeholders in the automotive ecosystem. For those seeking more information about AIAG Core Tools, here are some valuable resources to explore:

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AIAG Core Tools Support

Core tools documents & guidance publications from AIAG

VDA & AIAG FMEA Alignment (Feb 2018 Update)

AIAG & VDA FMEA 5th Ed Update (May 2019)

New AIAG & VDA FMEA - Whitepaper

The Future of the Automotive Supply Chain (AIAG)


Remember, AIAG Core Tools are continuously evolving, and it's important to stay updated with the latest standards, best practices, and industry developments. Regularly check AIAG's website, attend industry conferences, and subscribe to newsletters and publications to stay abreast of the latest trends related to AIAG Core Tools and their implementation in the automotive industry.