A safe, ergonomic, and standardized workplace is essential for employees to perform their work effectively. One key tool in achieving this is the 5S methodology, a fundamental aspect of Lean Management. By fully implementing 5S, organizations can create the optimal work environment for their employees.
Gage R&R – what is it and why is it so important during measurements validation?
Gage R&R is a method used to evaluate measurement systems. It involves examining the repeatability of measurements made by different operators using various measuring devices. This analysis helps identify factors influencing measurement results and suggests improvements for greater reliability.
VDA MLA – What are benefits of Maturity Level Assessment application?
Automotive is one of the most competitive and demanding in the world. To maintain their advantage and meet customer demands, companies must constantly strive to improve the quality and reliability of their products. One of the effective ways to achieve these goals is the implementation of the Maturity Level Assessment according to VDA manual.
Error proofing vs. Mistake proofing
Error proofing (EP) and Mistake proofing (MP) are two techniques used to minimize failures in production processes. Their main goal is to detect and eliminate errors in the initial stages of the process before they affect the final product from quality point of view.
Pre-launch Control Plan
During new projects implementation, one of the IATF standard requirements is the implementation of the Pre-launch Control Plan. Its main purpose is to increase the quality assurance for the delivered product by increasing the control net.
LPA audit – What are benefits for plant management?
Layered Process Audit (LPA) is an important element of the organization's operational maturity. Additionally, it offers many benefits to management, providing an opportunity for better understanding of the company's production processes.
Special Characteristics and their identification during new project implementation
Special characteristics management in the automotive industry is a crucial aspect of ensuring the quality, safety, and performance for produced parts. Their implementation is carried out in the appropriate steps assigned to the launch plan milestones.
Everything You need to know about Yard Hold
Yard Hold is one of the escalation tools used by some customers in the automotive industry. It can pose many problems in terms of cost burdens, loss of customer satisfaction and reputation. For this reason, it is worth knowing how to manage it.
Quality Alert – what you should know during implementation
Quality Alert is triggered after receiving a complaint from the customer or identifying an internal nonconformity. Its main purpose is to visualize the occurrence of a problem at the workplace. In addition, it serves to improve employee awareness.
A3 Report – Knowledge Compendium
A3 Report is a quality tool that has been disseminated in Toyota production facilities. By presenting all the information in a simple and coherent structure, it has also been appreciated by other companies.
Risk management in the Automotive sector
In the era of increasing volatility, uncertainty and complexity of the world, the experiences of companies show instability and a tendency to risk, which can surprise practically every company in the world. For this reason, it is crucial for organizations to plan effective risk management that allows appropriate actions implementation and anticipatory decisions.
What competencies must have customer quality engineer
Customer quality engineer is one of the most important in the company. This is mainly due to its specificity, which combines cooperation with the customer representatives and the organization's team members. When preparing to take up this position, it's worth getting to know the main competences that affect work efficiency.