The cause and effect diagram is one of the most important tools used in quality management. Its main purpose is to identify potential causes of problems or defects in the production process. Discover 43 ideas for their verification!
NDC – Number of Distinct Categories in Measurement System Analysis
NDC (Number of Distinct Categories) is a key measure in Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA). Why is it important? It indicates how many distinct categories a measurement system can reliably differentiate based on recorded results.
VDA 2 – Production process and product approval
Approving production parts according to VDA 2 is a crucial element of quality assurance in the automotive industry. This document, developed by the German organization VDA, aims to standardize the production and product approval process.
Rework or Repair – What are the differences?
In the world of industry and production, issues related to product quality and compliance with standards are extremely important. It often happens that finished products require modifications or repairs to meet specific customer requirements. In such cases, organizations face a choice: rework or repair?
TPM – How to increase the capabilities of the production equipment using Total Productive Maintenance
TPM is a key tool in Lean Manufacturing used to optimize production equipment, increasing productivity and efficiency.
SWOT Analysis: How to Use This Powerful Tool for Personal Success
In the business world, SWOT analysis is an essential tool for strategic planning, helping organizations understand their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats; it can also be equally effective in the context of personal development.
Product Approval Process – What mistakes to avoid?
The Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is one of the most crucial activities for a manufacturing organization, both during new launches and ongoing production. Therefore, it is important to know what mistakes to avoid in order to obtain approval within the required timeframe.
D/TLD Characteristics – What requirements need to be met?
D/TLD characteristics that may occur in cooperation with the VW Group are the result of extending the obligation to maintain documentation beyond the statutory scope to include so-called parts essential for health and life.
Formel Q – Fundamental quality requirement for cooperation with VW customer
Formel Q-Konkret is a fundamental quality agreement between the VW Group and the organization. This document should also be considered part of the requirements from the request for quotation stage, covering not only quality but also timeliness, financial agreements, and bilateral communication.
SQP – 3 complaint handling strategies in Supply Quality Performance in cooperation with Stellantis xFCA
When collaborating with Stellantis xFCA, it's crucial to understand how to effectively manage complaints within the SQP (Supply Quality Performance) system. Discover three key strategies every supplier should know when delivering components to this client.
