Quality in the automotive industry
Are you looking for market access to the automotive industry or would you like to secure your status as a top supplier? Automotive manufacturers expect you to provide meaningful proof of your quality capability: a certificate in accordance with IATF 16949:2016. With a quality management system certified in accordance with IATF 16949, your company makes the quality of services transparent and demonstrates process quality along the entire value chain.
Internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry
Continuous process optimization and minimization of losses
High level of trust and loyalty among your customers
Increased competitiveness and image enhancement
What is quality management according to IATF 16949?
The global automotive industry stands for excellent process quality, continuous improvement processes, the highest standards and innovative strength. IATF 16949 is the standard for quality management systems of suppliers in the automotive industry.
What are the benefits of IATF 16949 certification?
Most OEM* members of the IATF require mandatory proof of a quality management system. Whether it's a small company, a medium-sized business, or a corporate group, an IATF 16949 certificate is the ticket for them to enter the automotive industry.
* OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
Why is an IATF 16949 certificate useful for your company?
Independent and expert certification of the management system provides top management with the assurance that the system is compliant with the requirements of IATF 16949. With their holistic view of people, processes and results, our auditors identify potential for improvement and provide guidance for decision-making processes.
New IATF Rules as of 1 January, 2025
The requirements for certification in accordance with international standard IATF 16949 are formulated in the IATF certification specifications ("IATF Rules")*. The sixth edition was published on March 31, 2024, and comes into force on January 1, 2025. It replaces the 5th edition and all associated Sanctioned Interpretations (SIs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). These updated IATF 16949 certification rules are binding for accredited certification bodies and organizations that are seeking IATF 16949 certification or are already certified. In our blog post, you can learn how the new IATF rules impact certified organizations.
*"Rules for achieving and maintaining IATF recognition"
How does IATF 16949 certification work?