What is IATF 16949?
IATF 16949 is the global quality management standard for the automotive sector, built on ISO 9001 with additional automotive-specific requirements defined by the International Automotive Task Force.
Benefits of Certification
- ✔Mandatory for many automotive supply chains
- ✔Reduce variation and waste across production
- ✔Improve supplier and OEM confidence
- ✔Drive defect prevention and continual improvement
- ✔Access to global automotive markets
Scope
For organisations that manufacture production parts, service parts and accessories for the automotive industry.
Who it applies to
- ●Manufacturing & engineering
- ●Construction & infrastructure
- ●IT & software services
- ●Automotive & aerospace
- ●Professional & B2B services
- ●Trading & distribution
What the scope covers
- ▸Design, development and delivery of products/services
- ▸Procurement and supplier control
- ▸Production and service provision
- ▸Customer requirements and satisfaction
- ▸Monitoring, measurement and internal audit
- ▸Corrective action and continual improvement
Key Requirements
- ▸ISO 9001 foundation plus automotive requirements
- ▸Product safety and defect prevention
- ▸Advanced product quality planning (APQP)
- ▸Production part approval process (PPAP)
- ▸Supplier management and development
- ▸Measurement systems analysis (MSA)
Certification Process
- 1
Application & Quotation
Submit your details and receive a tailored, fixed-price quotation based on scope, sites and headcount.
- 2
Gap Analysis (Optional)
An optional pre-audit review identifies gaps between your current practices and the standard.
- 3
Stage 1 Audit
Documentation review to confirm your management system is designed and ready for assessment.
- 4
Stage 2 Audit
On-site (or remote) assessment of the implementation and effectiveness of your system.
- 5
Certification Decision
An independent technical review leads to the certification decision and issue of your certificate.
- 6
Surveillance & Renewal
Annual surveillance audits maintain your certification over the three-year cycle before recertification.
Documents Required
- 📄Company registration / incorporation details
- 📄Organisation chart and list of sites
- 📄Scope statement of activities
- 📄Management system manual / documented information
- 📄Key policies and procedures relevant to the standard
- 📄Records demonstrating implementation (audits, reviews, training)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does IATF 16949 certification take?
Typical timelines range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the size of your organisation, the number of sites and how mature your existing management system is.
How long is a IATF 16949 certificate valid?
Certificates are issued for a three-year cycle, subject to successful annual surveillance audits, after which recertification renews the cycle.
Can the audit be conducted remotely?
Yes. Where appropriate, UKCTL can conduct Stage 1 and parts of Stage 2 remotely, combined with on-site verification as required.
Is IATF 16949 certification accredited?
UKCTL issues accredited certificates recognised internationally, giving your customers and stakeholders confidence in the assessment.
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