VDA 6.3
What is VDA 6.3?
This is a German quality management system standard. The VDA 6.3 process audit is a standardized procedure to conduct process audits within a quality management system and assess their capability and performance.
Why should I carry this Standard ?
- Knowledge of this standard, internal use as well as the use at sub-suppliers is essential for companies who deal with German Car Manufacturers.
- Passing the VDA 6.3 audit is mandatory to become a potential supplier to German automakers.
Who Needs this Standard?
VDA 6.3 process audits are currently required by BMW, Daimler and Volkswagen.
Combinations
The standard was comprehensively restructured in January 2023 to reflect the changes to ISO 9001 and customer specific requirements in the automotive industry.
Requirements
Some of the Requirements to Pass the VDA 6.3 Audit are:
How long does it take to get this implemented?
The new VDA Volume 6.3 applies from January 2023. There is no official transition period. The organizations involved in the audit agree via the customer-specific requirements on which version an audit is based.
Advantage VDA 6.3
- Ability to supply to German automakers.
- Maintaining higher quality standards than even IATF 16949
- Increased quality of your products.
