QM certifications for the automotive industry according to IATF 16949
The highest possible quality for motor vehicles through uniform standards throughout the entire manufacturing chain – that is the goal of IATF 16949, the world's most comprehensive standard for quality management in the automotive industry.
The standard is based on ISO 9001 and supplements it with specific requirements for the automotive industry. It is aimed not only at car manufacturers, but also at producers of trucks, buses and motorcycles. It is particularly relevant for direct suppliers to OEMs and their entire supply chain (Tier 1 to Tier 3).
Certification according to IATF 16949 is usually a basic requirement for suppliers to become part of the supply chain of automotive manufacturers.
Benefits of Certification
Global market access
With this certification, you meet the requirements to be accepted as a supplier in the supply chain of international automotive manufacturers (OEMs).
Market advantage
You strengthen your market position through proven quality and increase the chance of new orders.
Cost reduction
Optimised processes based on uniform standards lead to more efficient workflows, less waste of materials and time, and lower costs.
Risk minimisation
Systematic error prevention reduces complaints, recalls and production downtime.
Customer loyalty
Transparency and reliability build trust among OEMs and other partners.
Continuous improvement/em>
The standard requires continuous development of management and production processes – and the work pays off.
A prerequisite for certification is the complete implementation of the quality management system in the company in accordance with the requirements of the standard. The company must be involved in the value chain of car, lorry, bus or motorcycle production. Companies involved in special vehicle construction, such as the manufacture of construction or agricultural vehicles, are not eligible for IATF certification.
As a DAkkS-accredited certification body, we are happy to combine your IATF audit with audits for other management systems, such as environmental management according to ISO 14001, energy management according to ISO 50001 or occupational health and safety according to ISO 45001. Our auditors are multi-qualified and can often audit several standards at the same time.
The close link between the IATF standard and ISO 9001 makes it easier for companies to expand an existing quality management system to include the additional requirements of IATF 16949 – without any tedious duplication of effort, e.g. in terms of documentation.
7 steps to IATF certification
1. Cost calculation: Contact us and we will provide you with a non-binding quote, including an overview of the necessary audit times.
2. Introduction to the audit team: Personal contact is important to us. Before you start the audit, you will meet your audit team to discuss further planning.
3. Stage 1 audit (readiness assessment): Before the certification audit begins, a 1-2 day Stage 1 audit is conducted to assess the certification readiness of the system on site.
4. Stage 2 audit: Certification audit: On-site assessment of processes and documentation as well as production facilities by the audit team.
5. Audit report: No later than two weeks after the on-site appointment, you will receive a preliminary report with the audit findings.
6. Certification decision: Once all non-conformities have been closed, the audit documentation is reviewed by the certification body.
7. Certificate: If the certification decision is positive, you will receive your certificate. IATF certificates are always valid for three years and require at least annual surveillance audits.
With our parent company AFNOR Certification, we are an experienced partner in conducting IATF certifications worldwide.
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ISO 9001
Customer loyalty, cost reduction through efficient processes and legal certainty - a QMS according to ISO 9001 increases your market opportunities.
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