Online Selbstlernmodul-Reihe: Grundlagen des Qualitätsmanagements und der zugehörigen Kernwerkzeuge und Methoden in der Automobilindustrie. Diese Online Selbstlernmodule geben einen Überblick über die Funktionsweise, Grundideen und wesentlichen Methoden und Werkzeuge eines modernen Qualitätsmanagementsystems. Auch wenn alle Module an den Erfahrungen und Regelwerken der Automobilindustrie abgeleitet und erläutert werden, können die Grundsätze und Methoden in allen Branchen erfolgreich angewendet werden. Die Module sind unabhängig voneinander, ergeben aber zusammen den Gesamtüberblick. Zielsetzung aller Module ist die grundsätzliche Vermittlung der Zusammenhänge und wesentlicher Funktionsweisen der einzelnen Bausteine. Durch die interaktive Gestaltung werden die Teilnehmenden durch ein Lernerlebnis geführt, das anschaulich und humorvoll die komplexen Methoden einfach und nachhaltig erklärt. Alle Module schließen mit einem kleinen Test ab und die Teilnehmenden erhalten ein Lernzertifikat. Schnell – anschaulich – nachhaltig, mit Spaß lernen. Modul 7 Grundlagen der Reifegradabsicherung in Neuteilprojekten RGA   Beschreibung und Ziele: Die Entwicklung von Neufahrzeugen in der Automobilindustrie erfolgt üblicherweise in mehrjährigen Projekten, in denen viele Lieferanten über die gesamte Lieferkette bis zum Rohstoff eingebunden sind. Aus dieser komplexen Lieferkettenstruktur und zunehmenden Risiken durch komplexere Produkte und globale Beschaffungsmärkte stieg das Risiko, das untergeordnete Bauteile nicht rechtzeitig oder nicht spezifikationskonform zum Zeitpunkt des Starts der Produktion bei dem Hersteller vorliegen. Um diese Risiken frühzeitig zu erkennen im Projektverlauf und so früh Abstellmaßnahmen noch im Projektverlauf etablieren zu können, wurde in den 1990ern die Methode der Qualitätsvorausplanung etabliert. Diese wurde in den frühen 2000ern in Deutschland zur Reifegradabsicherung weiterentwickelt. Hierbei wird die Reife des Projektes über die Lieferkette bewertet und gemeinsam mit Kommunikationskaskaden die Risiken erkannt und minimiert.   Inhalte: -         Entstehung Reifegradabsicherung -        Funktionsweise der Reifegradabsicherung -        Die Risikoklassifizierung und Fesselung des kritischen Pfades in der Lieferkette -        Messkriterien und Indikatoren -        Die Bewertung -        Maßnahmenableitung und Verfolgung Dauer ca. 30min

Background and Topics The VDA 6.3 process audit is an effective procedure for assessing processes in connection with planning and manufacturing of a product. In order to conduct VDA 6.3 process audits, comprehensive knowledge, experience and competence is necessary. Thus, the qualification of relevant personnel is indispensable. After successful completion of the qualification for VDA 6.3 process auditor, the question arises of continuous further development: Again and again, while conducting audits in practice, auditors will encounter situations in which handling or appropriately assessing requirements leads to uncertainties. This training offers the chance to discuss such situations in everyday audit practice with the participants and an expert, and to determine the appropriateness and application of requirements and assessments. Target audience This training is for Certified Process Auditor VDA 6.3 (2016), who cannot prove the required number of process audits for the extension of their auditor qualification. Objectives In this one-day workshop, participants will have the opportunity to strengthen their process auditor skills, share their day-today experience, and develop their user skills. The participants thus increase their security in the application of process audits and receive suggestions for the development of their auditor competence. Concept and Methods The workshop focuses on practical application of the process audit as a tool for analyzing weaknesses in combination with risk assessments and as a basis for improvement measures. The theoretical part focuses on the subjects of audit preparation and audit planning as well as evaluation. The application of the VDA 6.3 Analysis Tool will also be discussed. In the practical part, the audit preparation, audit planning, the execution of process audits with final evaluation and the presentation of results (final discussion) are trained in role plays and according to given scenarios. Prerequisites for Attendance This workshop is aimed at already Certified Process Auditor VDA 6.3 (2016). For the efficiency of the workshop it is also necessary that the participants have a comprehensive knowledge of the VDA 6.3 questionnaire and the evaluation-relevant requirements. Duration 1 day Certificate of Attendance At the end, participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

Background and Topics In order to ensure a high quality of the audit activities in the companies and the entire supply chain, auditors need to have the appropriate competence in relation to the respective methods. The IATF 16949 clearly emphasizes this requirement for the competence of the auditors. The effcient approach during the audits is an important success factor. This training deals with typical audit situations along the Automotive Core Tools. Target Audience This two-day training course is aimed at qualifed VDA 6.3 process auditors who wish to apply for an extension, as well as prospective VDA 6.3 Process and IATF System auditors who are seeking qualifcation. Objectives The participants strengthen their technical competence and deepen their knowledge on the basis of typical auditing situations in the context of quality methods, focusing on an effcient approach. Both the assessment of the technically correct application of the respective methods and the case-specifc assessment of typical situations are a central component of the training. Concept and Methods During the training, the technical input on the single Core Tools (RGA / APQP, VDA 2 / PPAP, FMEA, VDA 5 / MSA, Cmk / PpK/ CpK / SPC and 8D) will alternate with work tasks, single and group work exercises on typical examples. The main focus is on the quality methods that are crucial for the German automotive industry. Priority is given to the practical application by the participants. Prerequisites for Attendance Participation in this training requires good knowledge of the Automotive Core Tools. Participants can see which tools are included in the training in the following list of quality methods. In preparation for the training, it is recommended to refresh the expertise with appropriate sources, if necessary: Method list:                                                                                     Advanced Quality Planning /Product Development Process (Source:  VDA Volume Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts (MLA)) Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Special Characterisitcs (Source:  AIAG & VDA FMEA Handbook and VDA Volume Special Characteristics ) Statistical evaluation of measuring systems (MSA) (Source: VDA Volume 5 – Capability of Measurement Systems) Statistical Process Control (SPC) (Source: VDA Volume 4 - Economical Process Design and Process Control ) Sample processing methods (Source: VDA Volume 2 – Production Process and Product Approval (PPF) ) Control plan  (Source: IATF 16949)                                                       Problem-solving techniques   (Source: VDA Volume 8D – Problem Solving in 8 Disciplines )   Certifcate of Qualifcation After passing the test, the participants will receive a certifcateof qualifcation Duration 2 days

Every organization within the automotive supply chain is obliged to ensure the safety and conformity of its products. To this end, in the respective countries and regions current legal statutes on product integrity must be observed, also the justifiable safety expectations of the general public must be fulfilled. With products conspicuously “unsafe“ in the market, or whose conformity to legal requirements is questionable, those responsible are obliged to initiate the necessary actions. In order to be aware of and to understand the many demands addressed to a product safety representative, comprehensive information and qualification is necessary. This is the aim of this two-day qualification: it is specifically geared to the requirements in the participants’ daily work practice. The central topics of product integrity are explored, and the competence as product safety representative is developed in the scope of these five modules.   ObjectivesThe focus is on the communication of expert knowledge that enables the participants to handle their everyday work more professionally and in a more targeted fashion as prospective or existing product safety representatives. The responsibilities in the whole supply chain from development through manufacture and use up to the end of intended use are dealt with. After an introduction to the topic the organization of product integrity, product integrity in the product life cycle, guidance for product nonconformities and examples for tools and methods are discussed. Concept and MethodsDuring this training, technical lectures and exercises alternate in order to support the transfer of the topics into the participants‘ own work practice with a particular focus on exchanging experiences between participants and the trainer. Prerequisites for participationIn order to attend this training, a technical and / or business education is necessary as well as experience in automotive quality management, especially in complaints and recourse management. Furthermore, the participants should be qualified and experienced in the evaluation of technical product and process risks (e. g., FMEA facilitator, VDA 6.3 process auditor, designer / developer) and be knowledgeable about the use of the organisation’s products, the state of the art as well as the requirements from relevant laws and customer requirements. Target audienceAutomotive executives and personnel who are to be deployed as product safety representatives or who already hold that position. Qualification CertificateAfter passing the test, the participants will receive a certificate of qualification. Duration2 days Supplementary MaterialVDA Volume Product Integrity and Conformity

Every organization within the automotive supply chain is obliged to ensure the safety and conformity of its products. To this end, in the respective countries and regions current legal statutes on product integrity must be observed, also the justifiable safety expectations of the general public must be fulfilled. With products conspicuously “unsafe“ in the market, or whose conformity to legal requirements is questionable, those responsible are obliged to initiate the necessary actions. In order to be aware of and to understand the many demands addressed to a product safety representative, comprehensive information and qualification is necessary. This is the aim of this two-day qualification: it is specifically geared to the requirements in the participants’ daily work practice. The central topics of product integrity are explored, and the competence as product safety representative is developed in the scope of these five modules.   ObjectivesThe focus is on the communication of expert knowledge that enables the participants to handle their everyday work more professionally and in a more targeted fashion as prospective or existing product safety representatives. The responsibilities in the whole supply chain from development through manufacture and use up to the end of intended use are dealt with. After an introduction to the topic the organization of product integrity, product integrity in the product life cycle, guidance for product nonconformities and examples for tools and methods are discussed. Concept and MethodsDuring this training, technical lectures and exercises alternate in order to support the transfer of the topics into the participants‘ own work practice with a particular focus on exchanging experiences between participants and the trainer. Prerequisites for participationIn order to attend this training, a technical and / or business education is necessary as well as experience in automotive quality management, especially in complaints and recourse management. Furthermore, the participants should be qualified and experienced in the evaluation of technical product and process risks (e. g., FMEA facilitator, VDA 6.3 process auditor, designer / developer) and be knowledgeable about the use of the organization’s products, the state of the art as well as the requirements from relevant laws and customer requirements. Target audienceAutomotive executives and personnel who are to be deployed as product safety representatives or who already hold that position. Qualification CertificateAfter passing the test, the participants will receive a certificate of qualification. Duration2 days Supplementary MaterialVDA Volume Product Integrity and Conformity

Every organization within the automotive supply chain is obliged to ensure the safety and conformity of its products. To this end, the current legal statuses of product integrity applicable in the respective countries and regions must be observed, also the justifiable safety expectations of the general public. If obviously unsafe products or products whose conformity to legal requirements is questionable are on the market, those who are responsible shall be obliged to take the necessary actions.These manifold tasks which product safety representative has to deal with are subject to constant change. In order to identify the challenges and implement them in one’s own organization, it is thus necessary to renew and deepen existing knowledge. This is the aim of this one-day upgrade qualification: It is specifically geared to the requirements in the participants’ daily practice. The newest insights into product integrity are explored in four modules, and the competence as product safety representative is developed.   Objectives The focus is on teaching product safety representatives expert and state of the art knowledge. This strengthens their competence to master their everyday work. Responsibilities throughout the complete supply chain from design and development over manufacture and use all the way to the termination of intended use are also considered.Particularly, the topics organization of product integrity, product integrity in the product lifecycle, guidance for product nonconformities and examples for tools and methods are dealt are dealt with in particular. Concept and Methods During this training, technical lectures and exercises alternate in order to support the transfer of the topics into the participants‘ own work environment with a particular focus on exchanging experiences between participants and the trainer Prerequisites for participation Participants must have attended a product safety representative training within the past two years and also possess knowledge in automotive quality management. Target audience This training addresses product safety representatives from organizations that are part of the automotive supply chain. Qualification Certificate After passing the test, the participants will receive a certificate of qualification. Supplementary Material VDA Volume Product Integrity and Conformity

The objective of the standard is the sustainable improvement of start-up, delivery and field quality of all supplier parts, components and systems through process-accompanying assurance of product maturity at the start of production. By applying a standardized method,projects are segmented, assessed early on and corrected. This system for maturity level assurance describes a standard concept for cooperation and communication in complex product development projects with many parties involved in the supply chain. Therefore, it provides a standard set of measured values and criteria with the corresponding methodology. Since planned comprehensive use of the standard in the automotive and supplier industries requires knowledge and competence in different functions of the organization, a correspondingly broad scope and two-day course was designed.   ContentThe course imparts knowledge about maturity level methods (assessment, content, control and report systematics) that are necessary in maturity level regulatory processes in the product development process.Furthermore, the measurement criteria are worked out in detail in workshop mode. Finally, the content is applied in practice during a group exercise at an “interdisciplinary round table”. Initial situation and historyMethods and basic principles of maturity level assurancePositive and negative examples from organizationsTypical conflict of interestsRole of the participants at the round tableOpportunities for cooperationGroup workPrerequisites for participationExperience in project work / product engineering process and / or parts/components qualification Target audienceQA personnel, product managers, project managers in product development, product planners, leaders/spokespersons of cross-functional and cross-organizational development teams, persons responsible for components, the supplier’s customer team and project leaders, key account managers. Qualification CertificateAt the end, you will receive a VDA certificate of qualification. Duration2 days LiteratureVDA volume Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts

The objective of the course is to acquaint the participants with the content of this standard and to enable them to implement it in their own organization.   ContentSequence of field failure analysisConcept and findingsInspection plan and problem analysisNTF process / special processesMeasures and CIPSample strategy and logisticsData exchange and reportingEmbedding in one’s own organisationGroup work – exercisesPrerequisites for participationNone Target audienceEmployees from design and development, production, warranty, quality assurance and sales in the automotive and supplier industry that implement and further develop field failure analysis. Qualification CertificateAfter passing the test, you will receive a VDA certificate of qualification. Duration2 days LiteratureVDA volume Field Failure Analysis

Unabhängige Prüfung Ihres QM Systems auf Einhaltung von normativen und Herstellerforderungen wie VW Formel Q, MBST, BMW Supplier Manual, GM Group-supply Zur Durchführung interner Systemaudits nach IATF16949 sind unabhängige, kompetente Auditoren notwendig. Gerade die Bewertung der Einhaltung von Kundenforderungen ist ein sehr aufwändig und bedingt eine hohe Kompetenz des Auditors hinsichtlich dieser Forderungen.   Ziel: Unabhängige Bewertung der Wirksamkeit Ihres QM Systems mit Compliance Check bzgl. der normativen Herstellerforderungen und Hinweisen auf Verbesserungsbereichen zur Erhöhung der Wirksamkeit und Wirtschaftlichkeit Ihres QM Systems. Gute Vorbereitung auf Kundenaudits.   Inhalt: Die Vorbereitung und Durchführung des Audits orientierte sich am standardisierten Vor-gehen der ISO19011 und den Ergänzungen der IATF 16949 bzw. der spezifischen Kundenforderungen   Alle Aufgaben und der notwendige Umfang werden vor Abgabe des Angebotes mit Ihnen abgestimmt und festgelegt. Sie erhalten auf Basis des Richtpreises ein abschließendes Angebot durch uns, wenn wir alle Inhalte mit Ihnen geklärt haben. Übliche Schritte: - Festlegung des Auditumfanges - Feststellung der OEM und deren Kundenforderungen - Festlegung der Auditkriterien - Sichtung der vorhandenen QM System Darlegung - Erstbewertung der Darlegung - Planung Auditdurchführung - Erstellung Checkliste für das Audit - Vor-Ort Audit in Ihrer Organisation gemäß Planung - Bewertung der objektiven Nachweise - Erstellung Bericht - Diskussion der Ergebnisse - Durchsprache mögliche Verbesserungsbereiche und mögliche Maßnahmen   Der Anbieter:   MDQM ist ein freiberufliches Ingenieurbüro mit Markus Dönni als Inhaber. Markus Dönni arbeitet seit 25 Jahren im QM der Automobilindustrie und betreibt das Ingenieurbüro seit 2003. In über 400 Audits hat er weltweit Erfahrungen sammeln können sowohl bei der Auditierung innerhalb von Organisation als auch bei deren Lieferanten. Als zertifizierter AQMA Auditor nach ISO9001, IATF 16949 1st/2nd party Auditor, und zertifizierter VDA 6.3 3rd party Auditor deckt er das gesamte QM Auditspektrum ab. Als IATF oder vormals ISO/TS Auditor ist er seit 1999 tätig und hat hier auch gerade im Rahmen seiner Tätigkeit innerhalb eines OEM viele Erfahrungen sammeln dürfen. Weltweite Audits in den verschiedensten Organisationen vom Schmierfetthersteller bis zum OEM haben ihm ein weites Wissen in der Anwendung und Auslegung der Norm-forderungen und Kundenforderungen gegeben. Auditsprache ist Deutsch und englisch.