Automotive Tag

Replacing an Unsatisfactory Vendor: A Closer Look at the Challenges 

January 14, 2025

Established vendor relationships are critical to complex daily operations in industries like automotive manufacturing. When a vendor repeatedly fails to meet expectations, the “obvious” solution might seem to be finding a replacement. However, many businesses choose to stick with familiar vendors rather than explore alternatives….

Tools, Methods and Techniques Used In APQP 

August 15, 2024

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) is a framework designed by the auto industry consisting of techniques and procedures for the quality development of new products that will satisfy the end-user.  There are a multitude of methods that can be incorporated into this framework. Taken together,…

How Women Have Influenced the Automotive Industry

March 27, 2024

For Women’s History Month, let’s delve deeper into the journey of women in automotive manufacturing. It is an industry often associated with male dominance, but women have had major influence and involvement from the start. Women work on assembly lines, in sorting facilities, and more…

How to Make Continuous Improvements in Your Automotive Manufacturing

October 15, 2022

Making continuous quality improvements in your automotive manufacturing ensures the consistency of the products your customers receive. It also helps you comply with industry-specific standards to elevate the safety of your vehicles. This reduces the number of defective parts that could lead to vehicle recalls…

Automotive Industry Quality Management Advice

September 15, 2022

Quality management in the automotive industry encompasses all aspects of doing business. This includes regularly making quality checks to ensure the products meet safety standards, prototype specifications, and other requirements before distributing a product. Prioritizing quality management increases drivers’ and passengers’ safety and satisfaction. It…