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10 2 Instructions for use 2.1 Scope of the vo lume A process audi t is a method for impartial anal ysis and e valuation of prod uct development and i mplementation p rocesses as well as their effe ctiveness. Process audi…

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.

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

product characteristics, this should be documented and taken into account in

the evaluation.

Table 2-1: Differentiation between audit standards