IATF Approves Communique SC-2022-007 in Response to Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine
On 4/8/2022, the IATF approved Stakeholder Communique SC-2022-007 IATF certification activities in Ukraine. The purpose of this Communiqué is to advise all IATF Stakeholders regarding global waivers and measures of the IATF (International Automotive Task Force) in response to the situation in Ukraine. First and foremost, the thoughts of the IATF are with the Ukrainian […]
New FMEA Requirements in the Ford Customer Specific Requirements (CSR)
The Ford IATF 16949 Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) were updated in November of 2021 with several important changes that became effective as of January 03, 2022, and in which there will need to be evidence of implementation for Tier-1 and sub-tier suppliers by July 1, 2022. I’ve included the entire revision table of the Ford […]
Free Whitepaper: Implementing IATF 16949 With a Consultant vs. a DIY Approach
One of the goals of every company is to create a bigger profit and avoid losses and financial mismanagement. Among other benefits IATF 16949 brings to the company, it can be one of the tools that will help companies to enhance their image and expand their market by being qualified to apply for tenders and […]
Free Whitepaper: Checklist of Mandatory Documentation Required by IATF 16949:2016
The latest version of IATF 16949 was published in 2016 and the transition from the previous version is ahead. One of the most important steps in the transition process, as well as in the initial implementation, is determining what documents and records are needed for an effective Quality Management System (QMS) based on IATF 16949. […]