What does VDA 6.3 stand for?
Verband der Automobilindustrie
VDA stands for Verband der Automobilindustrie. VDA 6.3 defines a process-based audit standard for evaluating and improving controls in a manufacturing organization’s new product introduction and manufacturing processes.
What is the focus of a VDA 6.3 process audit?
VDA 6.3 is a process audit so it is all about assessing the product life cycle. As with all standards and regulations, there is an increasing emphasis on identifying, assessing and managing risk. It involves understanding the suppliers, managing change and a focus on customer requirements and satisfaction.
What is VDA certification?
The VDA 6.2 is a Quality Management System certification meant for service providers in the automotive industry such as car dealerships or logistics providers. The certification is an assurance to your customers that they can expect a consistent, high quality service in all their transactions with your business.
What replaced TS 16949?
IATF 16949
ISO/TS 16949 Replaced by IATF 16949 In September 2018, ISO/TS 16949:2009 was replaced by IATF 16949:2016. The new certification from the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) provides an interdisciplinary approach that is more focused on risk management, customer satisfaction, leadership and process.
What is the difference between IATF and VDA?
An IATF 16949 audit is an audit of the QM system, which audits a company’s documented processes constituting the QM system. A VDA 6.3 process audit specifically considers the processes involved in product and process development, realization of series production and service provision for a specific product.
What is VDA scope?
VDA scope consists of processes for System Engineering, Software Engineering, Project management & Support (Quality, Change request, Configuration & Problem management). Assessment for organization maturity is also conducted based on the concept available from ISO standard.
How do I become a VDA 6.3 auditor?
The exam for VDA 6.3 process auditor training and certification is conducted in two parts: a written examination followed by an oral exam. After passing the complete exam you will receive a E-VDA certificate, the auditor card, and the VDA QMC database entry. Starting October 2021 no auditor cards will be issued.
What does TS 16949 stand for?
Abstract. ISO/TS 16949:2009, in conjunction with ISO 9001:2008, defines the quality management system requirements for the design and development, production and, when relevant, installation and service of automotive-related products.
What is the difference between TS 16949 and IATF 16949?
Inclusion of customer-specific requirements. While ISO/TS 16949 focused on the organization’s requirements, IATF 16949 will include customer specifications and requirements in their audit to determine that the company is meeting them.
What are the 5 types of audit?
Different types of audits
- Internal Audits. Internal audits assess internal controls, processes, legal compliance, and the protection of assets.
- External Audits.
- Financial Statement Audits.
- Performance Audits.
- Operational Audits.
- Employee Benefit Plan Audits.
- Single Audits.
- Compliance Audits.