VDA 6.3 Process Audit

When to use

Use this skill when:

• Conducting a VDA 6.3 process audit at a supplier or internally
• Preparing for an OEM process audit visit (BMW, VW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche, Stellantis)
• Auditing a new supplier during qualification
• Responding to a customer concern by conducting a focused process audit
• Evaluating a supplier's manufacturing process capability before SOP

Prerequisites

• Customer audit scope (which process/product to audit)
• VDA 6.3 question catalogue (the auditor works from the standard questions)
• Process Flow Diagram, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Work Instructions for the audited process
• Access to the production area, equipment records, personnel, and quality records

Workflow