VDA 2 training agenda:

1. Introduction to VDA 2, Edition 6: Purpose and Scope of Changes

• Objective of the standard

• Practical application across the automotive supply chain

2. PPA (Production Process and Product Approval) in the Context of Current Automotive Industry Expectations

• OEM and Tier 1 requirements

• Links to IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3

3. Approval Process Flow – Supplier and Customer Perspective

• Roles and responsibilities throughout the PPA process

• Documentation flow and checkpoints

4. Triggers for Initiating the PPA Process

• Events requiring (re)approval

• Real-world examples

5. Planning and Executing the PPA Procedure

• Key agreements between customer and supplier

• Use of VDA 2 reference appendices and templates

6. Responsibilities of the Supplier, Customer, and OEM

• Practical delegation of tasks

• Communication and documentation requirements

7. Requirements Introduced in Latest Edition

• Expanded documentation scope

• Stronger link to risk-based thinking

• Integration with quality planning tools

8. Real-Life Case Studies – Hands-On Application of VDA 2

• Step-by-step walkthrough of a PPA example

• Sample document reviews and discussion

• Common pitfalls in PPA execution

9. Most Frequent Mistakes in PPA Documentation – And How to Avoid Them

• Incomplete traceability

• Improper sampling plans

• Vague acceptance criteria

10. Best Practices

• What auditors look for (VDA 6.3, IATF)

• How VDA 2 implementation improves supplier evaluations

• Examples from OEM expectations

Training addressees:

• Quality Assurance Managers
• Project Managers
• Process Engineers
• Production Managers
• Supplier Quality Engineers
• Anyone involved in the approval of production parts and processes