Section A
In May 2022, IATF issued Sanctioned Interpretations to IATF 16949:2016 standard, including:
- SI 23-25 effective June 2022.
They constitute revisions to associated clauses in IATF 16949:2016 standard. The associated clauses after the revision are as below in Italic. The changes as compared to the clauses in original standard (Ver 2016) are highlighted in bold.
SI 23.
4.4.1.1 Conformance of products and processes
The organization shall ensure conformance of all products and processes, including service parts and those that are outsourced, to all applicable customer, statutory, and regulatory requirements, including conformance to material requirements (see Section 8.4.2.2).
SI 24.
Annex A: A.1 Phases of the Control Plan (Notes)
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NOTE 3 For highly automated processes (e.g., semiconductors, machining, welding) where the control method (i.e., specification/tolerances, sample size, frequency) is controlled by a system (e.g., MES - Manufacturing Execution System or similar), summary control information is acceptable with direct references or linkage to the system that manages the detailed process control information.
SI 25.
Annex A: A.2 Elements of the Control Plan
A.2 Elements of the Control Plan
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e) part number(s) or common control plan designation
Section B
In May 2022, IATF revised and re-issued FAQ 29 to IATF 16949:2016 standard.
An FAQ is an explanation of an existing requirement within IATF 16949:2016. Unless otherwise indicated, Frequently Asked Questions are applicable upon publication.
FAQ 29
6.1.2.3 Contingency Plans
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QUESTION
What are key steps for developing effective contingency plans?
ANSWER
The organization is required to demonstrate that it has developed and implemented effective contingency plan(s) to maintain production output and to ensure that customer requirements are met. Key steps to develop an effective contingency plan include:
• Analysis of internal and external risks to all manufacturing processes and infrastructure equipment essential to maintain continuity of supply of product as specified by the customer(s) (see IATF 16949, clause 6.1.2.3 a) and c), including SI 3)
Note: the risk analysis typically includes an assessment of the likelihood and potential impact of failure of the essential manufacturing and infrastructure equipment.
• Development of contingency plan(s) in the event of the failure of the manufacturing and infrastructure equipment and the likelihood of continuing to meet customer requirements, including any required notifications to interested parties
• Specific contingency plan alternative measures to ensure continuity of supply, which, for example for electric utility interruption, could include:
o Backup infrastructure equipment or contracted services, safety stock, auxiliary sources, etc.
• Evidence of review, and regular testing and validation of the contingency plan measures for effectiveness, including employee awareness
• Compliance with customer requirements and customer specific requirements
Section C
In May 2022, IATF issued Sanctioned Interpretation(s) to IATF certification rules, including:
- SI 31 effective 1 June 2022.
It constitutes revision to associated clauses in IATF certification rules. The associated clause after the revision is as below in Italic. The changes as compared to the clauses in original standard (Ver 2016) are highlighted in bold.
SI 31
Notice of changes by a client 3.2
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Failure by the client to inform the certification body of a change is considered a breach of the legally enforceable agreement and the certification body shall take the appropriate action.
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