IATF 16949:2016 Automotive Quality Management Systems
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IATF 16949 : 2016 Automotive Quality Management Systems
- Be recognized as a world-class automotive supplier
- Transform your automotive business & increase sales
- Improve your manufacturing efficiency
IATF 16949 : 2016 Automotive Quality Management Systems
- Be recognized as a world-class automotive supplier
- Transform your automotive business & increase sales
- Improve your manufacturing efficiency
What is IATF 16949 Certification?
IATF 16949:2016 is the International Standard for Automotive Quality Management Systems. IATF 16949 was jointly developed by The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
The IATF 16949 standard guides automobile companies and enterprises to ensure consistent product quality and meet customer requirements.
The goal of IATF 16949 is the development of a quality management system that provides for continual improvement, emphasizing defect prevention and the reduction of variation and waste in the supply chain.
Benefits of IATF 16949 Certification
World Class
Recognition
IATF 16949 certified companies are recognized as a world-class automotive supplier.
Enhance Customer
Satisfaction
Improve the quality of your products or services to exceed customer expectations.
Improved Manufacturing
Efficiency
With continual improvement, reduced waste and low defects, increase productivity at scale.
Hit Maximum
Sales
Access to global supply chain markets enables you to attract new customers and hit your sales goals
Increased
Employee Engagement
Employees who are involved in the improvements of the processes they work with are happier and more engaged employees.
Reduced
Wastage & Defects
By using the process approach, improve the product and quality process and avoids problems in the supply chain.
Are You Eligible for IATF 16949 Certification?
Only manufacturing sites where production, service parts, or accessory parts that are mechanically attached or electrically connected to the vehicle are eligible for the IATF 16949 certification.
However, following customer-specified parts like fire extinguishers, car jacks, and floor mats, owner’s manuals, warning triangles and reflective vests that do not directly meet this requirement but are included for IATF 16949 certification.
Minimum Requirements For IATF 16949 Certification
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Steps to IATF 16949 Certification
Step - 1
Application
Application for IATF 16949 : 2016 Accredited certification from new (Fresh) client and existing client.
Step - 2
Offer Submission
After understanding your business, we create an offer that helps you to attain IATF 16949 : 2016 Certification without hassles.
Step - 3
Offer Acceptance
Acceptance of Offer by client and Confirmation of agreement by both client organization and IRQS.
Step - 4
Certification Audit
Conduct of Initial Certification audit – (Stage 1 + Stage 2) for new (Fresh) clients / Re-Certification audit (For existing clients).
Step - 5
Approval
Issuance of the “Certificate of approval” on successful completion of the initial / Re-certification audit process.
Step - 6
Surveillance
Surveillance audits are undertaken annually to ensure that compliance to the chosen Standard(s) is maintained throughout the three-year certification cycle.
Step - 7
Recertification
The recertification audit process is to be initiated 3 months prior to the expiry of the certificate.
Want to Transfer Your IATF 16949 Certification?
You can transfer your IATF Certification from one Certification Body to another at any stage you wish, you are not tied into any contract. You need a trusted certification body and we’ll help you transfer to us quickly and easily.
If you would like a free quotation for the transfer of your certification then please complete the form and we will be able to provide you with a quotation.
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Client Case Study
Implementing IATF 16949:2016 can help drive quality and continuous improvement in your organization. The following case studies offer a look at the difference IATF 16949 made for organizations in terms of customer satisfaction, overall manufacturing efficiency and revenue.
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