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1 Notes on the revision
VDA 6.3 was published for the first time in 1998 and was revised in 2010,
2016 as well as 2022 (present edition).
What has changed compared to the 2016 version?
- Software-related aspects have been considered in the questionnaire.
- The content of this volume was harmonized with further VDA methods,
namely Automotive SPICE and maturity level assurance for new parts
(VDA MLA).
- Requirements with regard to purchasing activities were added to P3
and P4.
- Notes on conducting remote audits were added.
- Chapter 4 (“Audit process”) was deleted, as its contents are included in
ISO 19011.
- Chapter 8 (“Process audit services”) was completely deleted from the
VDA Volume 6.3.
- Chapter 10 (“Best practice/lessons learned”) was deleted.
- The evaluation of transport and parts handling (EU
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) was omitted.
- In some cases, questions with special significance (*-questions) were
redefined.
- Some of the questions regarding the potential analysis were reallo-
cated.
- A comprehensive online glossary for all VDA volumes is established.
What has remained the same?
- The classification system (A, B, C) for the overall assessment
- The structure of the questionnaire
- The evaluation model for the individual questions (10-8-6-4-0)
- The applicability of process elements P2-P7 according to figure 2-1
- The Turtle Model
- Previous downgrading rules
During the revision, the distinction between process and system audits was
once again explicitly taken into account. The current IATF requirements have
been observed.
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For products with integrated (embedded) software, the interface between
hardware and software has been strengthened. However, for a detailed eval-
uation of the software development, the Automotive SPICE
®
method should
be used.
Due to the changes that have been made, the results of audits conducted ac-
cording to the present volume are not directly comparable to the results of au-
dits carried out in accordance with the previous edition from 2016.
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2 Instructions for use
2.1 Scope of the volume
A process audit is a method for impartial analysis and evaluation of product
development and implementation processes as well as their effectiveness.
Process audits can be used internally as well as externally throughout the en-
tire product life cycle and fulfill the requirements specified in IATF 16949. Pro-
cess audits are suitable for small or medium-sized companies as well as
large corporations.
In general, this volume can be used throughout the entire product life cycle. In
this regard, a distinction is made between:
- Potential analysis
- Product and production process development
- Product and production process implementation
- series production
When conducting process audits, the selection of process elements and the
implementation period may vary.
During series production, the process audit serves to ensure regular monitor-
ing of the series production processes and can also be used on an event-ori-
ented basis.
The aim of the process audit is to determine whether the processes/process
steps fulfill the process and product requirements and specifications. Any dis-
crepancies detected are evaluated in accordance with a points system with
regard to the process/product risk and are documented as audit findings. The
objective is to determine to what extent potentially non-compliant products
are to be expected based on the audit findings, as well as to identify the asso-
ciated risks.
If any questions are added or deleted, or if any changes are made to the eval-
uation method, an audit cannot be considered a VDA 6.3 audit anymore, as
the evaluation systems are not comparable any more.
Specific evaluation questions relating to sustainability, compliance with social
standards, environmental protection, the conservation of resources, etc. are
not included in the questionnaire. There are special audit standards as well
as statutory and normative specifications for this. However, should the auditor
identify obvious aspects which are not in compliance with the requirements of
this process audit standard and/or which have a lasting negative effect on the
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