How can automotive manufacturers integrate quality control into the supply chain?

To integrate quality control into the automotive supply chain: Qualify and select suppliers based on quality. Create quality agreements with clear standards. Conduct regular supplier audits. Provide supplier training. Monitor supplier performance with metrics. Implement incoming inspection processes. Establish traceability systems. Collaborate on problem-solving. Promote continuous improvement. Use advanced technology for real-time monitoring. Offer supplier development programs. Manage supply chain risks. Ensure compliance with standards. Maintain documented procedures. Establish a feedback loop for communication.

Integrating quality control into the supply chain is done in one simple but crucial step. That step is to make the employees heard and to make them feel needed. Employees that are not satisfied with their job or their tasks will not care about the Quality at all and that is a huge problem. A healthy psychosocial work environment must be prioritized in order to keep the Quality and the wellbeing of the employees at their highest levels.

Automotive manufacturers should use techniques such as statistical process control, lean manufacturing, six sigma, and total quality management to monitor and measure the process variables, reduce waste and variation, improve productivity and performance, and prevent and correct quality problems.

When I read design for quality, my head goes to looking at a design to make sure it can be measured and verified in a convenient and practical manner. For example making a datum out of a tiny plane may work for a designer but be unreasonable to check from

100% on the words above. From 1 end of the Start to Finish 100. Out the door Great Quality, Waste management, TQL, ISO, Performance, Handling, Shipment, to the receiver. And Still Customer service and customer complaints.

A aplicação de métodos APQP pode contribuir nessa etapa. Ter um escopo claro do produto que é integrado e garantir o padrão diante do fornecedor é fundamental. Para isso, aplicar métodos de inspeção que reflitam a necessidade de cada componente, fornecem maior segurança. Estudos de R&R, CEP, etc., podem ser muito relevantes.

I have found that end product usage and performance knowledge is vital from and for all the stakeholders. Not knowing what is important for each stakeholder in the product chain more often result in acceptable products for one stakeholders not suitable for the 3rd stakeholder down the line, especially where there is multiple handling by different processors. Unfortunately this exercise can require a little more effort and monetary investment to put in place, and we therefore mostly find it easier to just rely on a written note or communication somewhere in between the million exchanges involved in a project launch.

It’s not complicated, making sure everything is done properly checked properly understanding what’s acceptable and what’s not sometimes it may be designed with a cost issue. Therefore you have to make the decision if it’s acceptable and talk to your suppliers at the end of day you don’t want your end user being quality control when you failed.