In October 2016 the new global IATF standard was released, superseding ISO/TS 16949:2009 and aligning itself with ISO 9001:2015.
Timelines for organisations transitioning to the new standard are short. After September 2018, in line with the ISO 9001:2015 transition deadline, all ISO/TS 16949 certificates will no longer be valid.
Our specialist Automotive QMS trainers, Geoff Doole, Melanie Horne and Steve Buckle are currently updating our suite of Understanding IATF 16949:2016, Internal Auditor and Lead Auditor courses to reflect the changes and these will be ready for presentation in the New Year.
23 Nov, 2016 | Auditing, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001
Why are audits so important?
This infographic explains the importance of auditing and takes you through the 4 steps of the process – preparation, performance, reporting and follow up. View in pdf format Why are audits so important?
Integrated Management Systems – Are You Reaping The Benefits?
14 Sep, 2016 | ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001
Streamlining your existing management systems into an integrated business management system will improve efficiency of audit activities and reduce duplication of effort.
Whether you are planning to integrate existing management systems or incorporate the requirements of an additional management system standard, creating one coherent system based on business processes and objectives will enhance business performance and allow a more efficient use of resources. Click to see more
Advanced Product Quality Planning – Are You Achieving Market Potential?
14 Sep, 2016 | IATF 16949
The concepts behind APQP and the business benefits of adopting this approach.
Originally developed and documented as an ‘automotive standard’ in the late 1980s, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) is today, equally applicable in any organisation that needs to manage the introduction of new products and processes to satisfy customer requirements.
Faced with changing customer expectations and new market opportunities, the ability to respond by improving your products and processes becomes a critical success factor for your organisation. Without a disciplined approach to product and process development however, the technical and commercial risks of failure rise as product complexity increases. Click to see more
