IATF 16949

Obtaining the IATF 16949 certification demonstrates that your company has met extensive requirements to create a process of continuous improvement with an emphasis on defect prevention and reduction of variation and waste in the supply chain. The technical specification is implemented for all branches of manufacturers and suppliers of products or production materials, services such as heat treatment or galvanizing, and other products specified by automotive customers such as the constituent parts of vehicles.

Certification to this technical specification is recognized by leading automotive manufacturers and OEMs. Most leading manufacturers will only work with companies that hold IATF 16949 certification, as they insist that suppliers adhere to the strict technical specifications laid out in the standard.

IATF 16949 requirements include the following key aspects: • Product safety • Risk management and contingency planning • Requirements for embedded software • Change and warranty management • Management of sub-tier suppliers Our free whitepaper provides further Information about the certification requirement and process.