IATF 16949 : 2016 – Automotive Quality Management System Standard
IATF 16949 is one of the automotive industry’s most widely used international standards for quality management. It has evolved from ISO/TS 16949 into the new global industry standard known as the Automotive Quality Management System (QMS) Standard. This standard, combined with applicable automotive customer-specific requirements, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 9000:2015, defines the essential quality management system requirements for automotive production and service parts organizations.
Goal of IATF 16949
The primary objective of this Automotive QMS Standard is to develop a quality management system that fosters continual improvement, with a strong emphasis on defect prevention and the reduction of variation and waste throughout the supply chain.
Benefits of Implementing IATF 16949
- Consistent Compliance: Ensures products and services consistently meet customer and statutory/regulatory requirements.
- Improved Processes: Enhances operational processes, leading to greater efficiency.
- Customer Satisfaction: Increases opportunities for customer satisfaction.
- Risk Mitigation: Mitigates risks and improves opportunity management through risk-based thinking.
- Leadership Involvement: Boosts the involvement of your leadership team, promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement.