What is IATF 16949:2016 Certification?

IATF 16949 is a global Quality Management System Standard for the Automotive industry.  IATF 16949:2016 incorporates the structure and requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 quality management system standard with additional automotive customer-specific requirements and It was developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF).

Following some of the challenges faced by the automotive industry in recent years, IATF 16949:2016 builds upon ISO 9001:2015 with supplementary requirements designed to help automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers consistently produce quality products and meet customer needs. It defines the quality system requirements for the design, development, manufacturing, installation and servicing of automotive-related products.

Why IATF 16949:2016 certification is important?

The automotive industry has always needed to demonstrate high levels of safety and quality. With increasingly complex supply chains that span the world, it’s important that you can demonstrate your commitment to quality and on-time delivery.

IATF 16949 certification is a mandatory industry requirement for automotive industries throughout the world. It provides strong preference to the customer, with inclusion of a number of consolidated previous customer specific requirements. IATF 16949 certification is not only beneficial but a requirement for any company wanting to supply its products to the Automotive Industry. Companies registered to this Technical Specification are required to develop their suppliers’ Quality Management Systems with the goal of the supplier conforming to IATF 16949. 

What are the benefits of IATF 16949:2016 certification?

• Gain supplier of choice status with the world's largest automotive manufacturers
• Safeguard your reputation
• Manage risk and your supply chain
• Improved product and process quality, which often reduces costs
• Market Recognition & Financial Benefits
• Internal Effectiveness through Process Improvement
• Improved Decision Making & Involvement of Top Management
• Streamline processes and better manage costs
• Integrate seamlessly into other quality management programs based on ISO 9001.

What is the difference between ISO 9001 and IATF 16949?

The foremost difference is that ISO 9001 is a system-based process that does not require verification at every step while IATF 16949 requires verification at each step of the process.

How long does IATF 16949 last?

The validity of the IATF 16949 certification is for 3 years with annual surveillance and recertification.

Who can acquire IATF 16949:2016 certification?

·            Automobile manufacturers.

·            Manufacturers of automotive parts.

·            Material suppliers for automobile and automotive parts manufacturers.

·            Automotive design centres.

·            Automotive distribution centres, and .

·            Quality management organizations that work with automobile manufacturers.