IATF 16949

IATF 16949, a technical specification for automotive sector, is globally recognized by car manufacturers. IATF 16949 is applicable to production sites of car parts manufacturers for passenger cars, lorries, buses and motorcycles. The primary objective of this technical specification is the emphasis on continuous improvement, prevention of defects, reduction of variability and losses in the supply chain with the support of a developed process approach. ISO 9001, IATF rules, including the approved interpretations and specific customer requirements set out a framework for technical specification IATF 16949 (more information available at www.iatfglobaloversight.org). In IATF 16949 certification, TÜV NORD is supervised by the German VDA-WMC office (www.vda-qmc.de). A stand-alone certificate is issued after the certification audit has been completed to confirm the compliance of the organization with all the ISO 9001 requirements and its applicable mandatory obligations. A stand-alone certificate is issued after the certification audit has been completed to confirm the compliance with all the IATF 16949 requirements and the organization is entered into the global database of organizations certified according to IATF 16949.