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(ID 104-EN) Qualification as VDA Auditor

In the automotive environment, the implementation of audits at the system, product and process level is an important component in the continuous improvement process. The need to carry out audits essentially results from QM system standards (DIN EN ISO 9001), automotive QM standards (IATF 16949, VDA6.1) and customer-specific requirements. This tool is used both internally within the company and externally in the supply chain.
The requirements that auditors have to meet in the various audits are correspondingly diverse. What all audits have in common, however, is the audit process itself. This process, from planning and preparation through implementation and evaluation of results to follow-up, is regulated in DIN EN ISO 19011 as a standard work.
In this training, the individual steps are considered in more detail, and practical examples are used to practice together. This also includes the communicative and social aspect. Because in addition to technical know-how and knowledge of regulations, an auditor needs good observation skills, empathy, diplomatic skills and creativity.

(ID 311-EN) VDA 6.1 – 1st/2nd/3rd party Auditor – Qualification

In this training, you will learn the skills you need to implement and verify the requirements of the VDA 6.1 standard as an auditor. The following questions, among others, will be addressed:

(ID 312-EN) VDA 6.2 - Qualification for 1st/2nd/3rd Party Auditor

This training will provide you with specialist knowledge of the VDA 6.2 standard. You will learn the skills you need to implement and verify the requirements of the VDA 6.2 standard as an auditor.

(ID 318-EN) VDA 6.5 Qualification for Product Auditor

Do the products offer the quality expected by customers? That is the central question in all product audits. In the automotive industry, they have been an indispensable tool for evaluating and improving product quality for many years. The standard VDA 6.5 is a guide for the creation of audit programs and audit plans as well as for audit execution, reporting and measures management.
In this one-day training, you will learn how to create efficient audit programs, develop targeted audit plans, conduct product audits, and evaluate product quality with an appropriate defect classification. The documented results of an audit form the basis for the continuous improvement of product quality.

(ID 319-EN) VDA 6.7 – Process Auditor for Production Equipment – Qualification

In manufacturing, there is an increasing demand for customized products in small quantities. No order is like the other and change requests from the customers during current production is not uncommon. Products and processes need to be constantly re-thought, calculated, constructed, machines retooled and workers re-trained. This is where the VDA Standard 6.7 comes in: with process audits for individual production and workshop production, customer requirements can be met optimally. More stable processes are achieved, and error costs and material waste are minimized. You will acquire the necessary competencies in this training.

(ID 333-EN) Upgrade Training from VDA 6.3:2016 to VDA 6.3:2023

This upgrade training covers the alterations to VDA 6.3 (2016 edition) including updates to the questionnaire, changes to the evaluation, changes to the potential analysis and other adjustments.

(ID 341-EN) VDA 6.3 - Workshop for Certified Process Auditors

Comprehensive knowledge is required to be able to perform VDA 6.3 process audits. After successful completion of the qualification as VDA 6.3 process auditor, the question arises of continuous further development. Again and again, while conducting audits in practice, auditors will encounter situations in which handling or appropriately assessing requirements leads to uncertainties.
This training offers the opportunity to discuss such situations from your everyday auditing work and to determine the appropriateness and applications of requirements and assessments. You can strengthen and develop your competence as a process auditor. In this way, you will increase your confidence in the application of process audits and receive suggestions for further personal development.

(ID 352-EN) VDA 6.2 – Examination for 1st / 2nd or 3rd Party Auditor

Well-trained auditors are needed for inhouse implementation and for the certification process in accordance with VDA 6.2.

(ID 381-EN) VDA 6.3:2023 - Process Auditor Qualification

The VDA 6.3 process audit is an effective procedure for assessing processes in connection with the planning and manufacturing of a product. These audits are usually conducted within the organization or with suppliers prior to serial release, but also form a valuable contribution to process optimization within already existing manufacturing lines. Furthermore, potential analysis – as part of VDA 6.3 – also constitutes a tried and tested method to select new suppliers. This process audit standard can also be applied to further sectors such as mechanical engineering and wind power.

(ID 382-EN) VDA 6.3:2023 - Process Auditor Examination for Certification

(ID 386-EN) Extension of VDA 6.3 Process Auditor qualification

The VDA 6.3 process audit is an effective procedure for assessing processes in connection with the planning and manufacturing of a product. In order to conduct VDA 6.3 process audits, comprehensive knowledge, experience and competence are necessary. Thus, the qualification of relevant personnel is indispensable. According to ISO 19011, auditors are required to continuously improve their competence. This includes professional further education, e. g., by means of self-study and training. The validity of certificates is thus deliberately of limited duration so that auditors undergo further training in order to maintain their qualification.

(ID 959-EN) VDA 6.8 Supply Chain Process Audit – At a glance

VDA Volume 6.8 is a key component of quality management in the automotive industry. It serves as a reference manual for the implementation of process audits along the entire supply chain and helps companies to ensure and continuously improve the quality capability of their logistics processes. This standard is therefore an essential tool that enables companies to meet the high qualify requirements of customers worldwide.

(ID 961-EN) VDA 6.8 – Process Auditor – Qualification

This training provides you with the basics for performing process audits in the supply chain in accordance with VDA 6.8, considering the process-oriented approach and customer-specific requirements for comprehensive application in the automotive industry.

(ID 962-EN) VDA 6.8 – Process Auditor – Examination

The examination leading to a certificate allows you to have your qualification independently confirmed so that you can meet the requirements of customers or suppliers regarding auditor competence.

(ID 966-EN) VDA 6.8 for VDA 6.3 Process Auditors

This training provides the fundamentals for process audits in the supply chain according to VDA 6.8, considering the process-oriented approach and risk analysis in the automotive industry.

(ID 201-EN) IATF 16949 – Basics

Together with DIN EN ISO 9001, IATF 16949 is accepted worldwide as a standard for quality management systems in the automotive industry. Beyond the sector-neutral DIN EN ISO 9001 requirements for QM systems, the IATF 16949 defines the additional and supplementary automotive requirements. Certification to IATF 16949 is the fundamental prerequisite for acceptance as an automotive supplier and into the respective supply chain.
This training provides you with a first impression of the content of IATF 16949 and also DIN EN ISO 9001.

(ID 202-EN) IATF 16949 for Executives

The commitment of management in the implementation and operation of IATF 16949 is of crucial importance. It is essential that leaders understand that the ultimate goal of the automotive industry—like any profit-oriented industry—is profit generation. The IATF 16949 standard defines management principles that, if adhered to, enable an automotive manufacturing organization to effectively and efficiently meet customer expectations regarding quality, quantity, and delivery performance—and thereby ultimately generate profit.

(ID 211-EN) IATF 16949 - Qualification for 1st/2nd Party Auditors

In this three-day training, you get to know the requirements of the two standards IATF 16949 and DIN EN ISO 9001, receive information how to interpret them and what they must do to implement these requirements successfully in your organization.

(ID 240-EN) IATF 16949 – Workshop for Re-Qualification as 1st/2ndParty Auditors

This workshop focusses on the exchange of experiences and updating the knowledge and abilities of auditors. The main focus is on the contents of DIN EN ISO 19011 and IATF 16949, their requirements including SIs and FAQs, as well as typical areas that often offer potential in implementation. In addition, participants discuss their experiences and issues regarding the implementation of IATF 16949 in a moderated discussion.

(ID 250-EN) IATF 16949 – 1st/2nd party Auditor – Examination

The certificate awarded to you upon passing the examination for certified 1st/2nd-party Auditor IATF 16949 is issued exclusively by the IATF member VDA QMC or by one of our approved licensed partners.

(ID 255-EN) IATF 16949 – 1st/2nd party Auditors – Examination for Re-Qualification

According to DIN EN ISO 19011, auditors are required to continuously improve their competence, for example through self-study or professional development. For this reason, the validity of the certificates is deliberately limited in time.
Through this examination with final certification, you can have your competencies confirmed again by an independent party, thus providing evidence of an up-to-date and valid qualification.

(ID 383-EN) Automotive Software Essentials

Software is an essential part of vehicles today. Like other parts and components, it is therefore subject to high quality requirements. On the one hand, the software manufacturing process is fundamentally no different from other manufacturing processes: products are developed, tested, released, and approved based on specific requirements. However, a closer look reveals significant differences to the hardware process. For example, it is easier to parallelize production steps, changes can be implemented much faster and, what’s more, software specialists have developed their own technical terms and their own agile way of managing projects.

(ID 409-EN) Problem Solving in 8 Disciplines (8D) – Basics

This training focuses on the basic principles of problem solving in 8 disciplines. You will learn how to proceed systematically when a problem (e.g. a customer complaint) occurs (describing and resolving a problem), how the problem solving process works, and what an 8D report contains.

(ID 410-EN) VDA 2 - Production Process and Product Approval (PPA)

VDA Volume 2 “Quality Assurance for Supplies” describes the basic requirements for sampling of serial parts submission for automotive serial parts. This ensures that the customer’s expectations are understood and implemented by the supplier so that the product can be manufactured to maximum customer satisfaction. In this training, you will become familiar with and learn to apply the VDA standard.

(ID 411-EN) VDA 16 – Decorative Surfaces of Accessories and Functional Parts in the Exterior and Interior Areas of Automobiles

Surface specifications based on look and feel play an important role in the product engineering process (PeP) and the entire supply chain. Surface specifications that are defined too late or not in line with the process can lead to considerable expense. The training will focus on the systematic procedure for defining specifications for different features of decorative surfaces that are dependent on look and feel.

(ID 415-EN) Automotive Core Tools (ACT) for Quality Management in the Automotive Industry

Successful project work requires knowledge of planning processes and methods, along with an understanding of how the methods are related. You will become familiar with the basic tools of quality management and learn how to apply them in an efficient and targeted manner. The training provides an overview of the current status and application of the Core Tools in the automotive and supply industry, with the aim of improving relations with customers and suppliers, ensuring high process and product quality, solving problems that occur systematically, and avoiding the repetition of faults. The options for use are discussed in detail. So the Automotive Core Tools are tried-and-tested methods required in quality planning and steering. They include tools such as advance quality planning (maturity level assurance and advance product quality planning), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Measurement System Analysis (VDA 5 and MSA), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), VDA 2 and Production Process and Product Approval, Statistical Process Control (SPC) and the 8D method.

(ID 417-EN) Automotive Core Tools for Process and System Auditors

In order to ensure a high initial quality of audit activities in the companies and the entire supply chain, appropriate competence in the use of the respective methods is required. The efficient approach during the audits is an important success factor. This training will give you the opportunity to develop your skills in performing typical audit situations within the area of Automotive Core Tools.

(ID 419-EN) Problem Solving in 8 Disciplines (8D) – User Training

This training explains the extensive use of problem solving in eight disciplines with the appropriate supporting quality tools. You will acquire the skills you need to consistently apply the specific problem solving tools and to lead problem solving teams to successful conclusions. The training also covers the VDA handbook Standardized Process for Handling Customer Complaints and how it connects and dovetails with the problem solving process. Assessments, maturity levels, roles, responsibilities and team dynamics, plus motivation, leadership and a culture of dealing with faults, also form part of this training.

(ID 430-EN) Electrical Overstress (EOS) in the Automotive Industry

The VDA volume EOS in the automotive industry provides a way to handle failures that show signs of electronic overload.

(ID 442-EN) FMEA – Basic Training Harmonised AIAG-VDA FMEA

The basic training introduces you to the FMEA standard as published jointly by VDA QMC and AIAG in June 2019. It serves to prevent defects and increase technical safety. In the training, you will acquire background knowledge and essential competencies for future use.

(ID 444-EN) Special Characteristics in the Product Engineering Process (PEP)

Special Characteristics are product and/or process characteristics that may have an impact on the functional safety (operational safety and safety in use), compliance with official regulations, function, performance, ft, appearance or further processing of the product. Special Characteristics are a mandatory requirement for companies in the automotive industry resulting, among other things, from IATF 16949. The VDA volume Process Description Special Characteristics explains the recommended procedure for this. The training will examine in detail the motivation as well as the meaningful identification, definition, tracking and documentation of Special Characteristics.

(ID 471-EN) VDA 5 – Measurement and Test Processes. Suitability, Planning, Management

Several standards and guidelines exist that spell out the requirements for identifying and handling uncertainties in measurement and testing processes. Companies face many issues in this area, particularly in the organization and certification of their quality management systems.
The training explains how to determine the suitability of measurement and testing processes, and how testing processes are planned and carried out. Here product development is integrated into the testing process. The program highlights the fluid borders between the related processes of test equipment management, test planning and test process management (incl. the defined roles). It also focuses on protecting against the risks associated with measurement and testing processes. This two-day seminar covers all the topics surrounding measurement systems, measuring processes and testing processes.

(ID 502-EN) Conformity of Production (CoP)

Ensuring product conformity in series production is becoming an increasingly important component of production, especially in terms of approvals. In order to achieve this, compliance with the legal regulations in series production is mandatory, which is regularly checked by various state or licensing authorities.

(ID 503-EN) Product Safety & Conformity Representative (PSCR)

Every company in the automotive supply chain is required to ensure the safety and conformity of its products. This means they have to comply with the legal regulations in all relevant countries and satisfy the safety expectations of the general public – which is where Product Safety & Conformity Representatives come in. This training will give you the expertise you need to perform the daily work of a PSCR in a more professional and targeted manner. The program covers the central themes of product integrity and over-the-air (OTA) software updates, and expands your competence in these fields.

(ID 534-EN) Product Compliance System – Basics

The safety of products and their compliance with legal as well as voluntarily assumed obligations are the primary goals of all companies in the automotive industry. However, achieving these goals is becoming increasingly challenging – diversified markets, product variations, and complex supply chains make the requirements unclear.
The risk involved is enormous: if product safety and compliance are not ensured, it can threaten the existence of the entire company. Each market player should therefore address these challenges not only in terms of individual products but systematically at the organizational level – with a Product Compliance System.
Such a system includes elements for the identification, monitoring, control, and minimization of product compliance-related risks at the company level. This allows potential dangers to be identified and prevented early on.
In this training, you will learn about the seven building blocks that make up a Product Compliance System. Practical examples will help you gain understanding on how to apply these at your company.

(ID 602-EN) Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts

The implementation of the VDA standard of Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts aims to attain sustainable improvement of the quality of supplied parts. With this method, a process accompanying assurance of product maturity is achieved at the start of production: projects are segmented, assessed early on and corrected. Furthermore, a unified concept is provided for cooperation and communication in complex product engineering projects involving many participants in the supply chain. In the training, you will acquire the necessary knowledge and competencies to implement the standard in the automotive and supplier industry.

(ID 632-EN) VDA Field Failure Analysis for Users

Despite increased efforts in development and production processes aiming to provide customers with mature, robust and conforming product, deviations from the expected state can occur when used in the field. Depending on the type of complaint, the potentially nonconforming parts or automotive components are exchanged and can be requested for analysis by the manufacturer (OEM) or by the supplier via the OEM. The VDA Volume Field Failure Analysis provides a comprehensive approach to identifying causes. The training teaches you the contents of the current standard. In addition, you will acquire the necessary competencies to implement the field failure analysis methodology in your own organization.

(ID 634-EN) VDA SQE – Supplier Quality Engineer – Basics

Due to increasing globalization and a consistent trend towards outsourcing services and products, automotive suppliers play an ever larger role. The increasing requirements and changes in procurement bring opportunities, but also challenges, making strategic supplier management essential. As a consequence the parties involved must reassign their roles and tasks: Purchasing has long been about more than just sourcing goods and reducing costs, but now it is responsible for a supplier network that must be controlled.
In this three-day training the participants can develop competencies in implementing a comprehensive and efficient supplier management.

(ID 973-EN) VDA 19.1 – Skilled Assistant for Technical Cleanliness

Technical Cleanliness of components and assembly groups is an important functional quality characteristic in the manufacture of modern vehicles. Volume 19.1, “Inspection of Technical Cleanliness – Particulate Contamination of Functionally Relevant Automotive Components”, as the first comprehensive standard treatise, deals with the procedures for characterizing the state of cleanliness of products in the automotive quality chain. The red volume VDA 19.1 (formerly known as VDA 19) was first officially introduced by VDA in January 2005, and is available in a completely revised and extended edition since 2015. This 2-day training “VDA 19.1 Skilled Assistant” enables the participant to design and document cleanliness analyses according to VDA 19.1 and delivers insight into laboratory practice and the equipment and methods implemented there. Furthermore, the background to the technical necessity of cleanliness inspections and cleanly behavior is explained.

(ID 974-EN) VDA 19.2 Technical Cleanliness in Assembly - Skilled Assistant Training

In order to ensure the technical function of modern motor vehicles, the cleanliness of installed systems and fluid circuits becomes increasingly important. The experience of recent years shows that the cleanliness of individual components is absolutely necessary, but in particular not sufficient to ensure the cleanliness quality. After cleaning the individual parts, numerous influencing variables and processes can be the cause of re-contamination of parts or assemblies with function-critical particles. The identification and assessment of these cleanliness quality impairments as well as the selection of efficient and cost-effective preventive actions and counter-measures represents a comprehensive and responsible challenge.

(ID 510-EN) TISAX - Are you secure? Implementing VDA ISA in your own company - For a Successful TISAX Assessment

Protecting business processes and information, even under difficult boundary conditions, is a central task of corporate management. The TISAX model (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) was developed for this purpose under the umbrella of the VDA. TISAX facilitates the cross-organizational recognition of information security assessments and creates a common testing and exchange standard for this purpose. It is based on the VDA Information Security Assessment (VDA ISA), a questionnaire that can be used for selfassessment, but also serves as a basis for issuing the TISAX label by the testing service providers.

(ID 515-EN) Introduction to Automotive SPICE® 4.0

The ISO/IEC 330xx series – called SPICE (System Process Improvement and Capability Determination) – is the successor of ISO/IEC 15504 and thus a widely used and accepted standard for assessing and improving system engineering processes. Worldwide and especially by the automotive industry in Germany. Automotive SPICE® has been available since 2006. It is an assessment model compliant with ISO/IEC 330xx and adapted to the needs of the automotive industry. Since 2007, Automotive SPICE® is the yardstick for the development of products for automotive suppliers and a permanent feature of the OEMs’ supplier assessment. This three-day training imparts a substantia understanding of Automotive SPICE® based on ISO/IEC 330xx.

(ID 960-EN) Global MMOG/LE

The Global Materials Management Operations Guideline / Logistics Evaluation (Global MMOG/LE) is an established industry standard that provides a unified assessment procedure for evaluating automotive logistics suppliers. The tool enables OEMs and suppliers to assess the logistical performance capabilities of the (sub)suppliers and the internal processes. It focuses on the following aspects:

QFD training

Auditor trainings

TISAX

Management Systems

Quality methods

Customer Specific Requirement

IATF 16949

Soft Skill Trainings

(ID 3101-EN) ISO 9001 Certified Internal Auditor (Quality Management System Training)

Upon successful completion of the course, the participant will be prepared to carry out internal audits of the management system according to ISO 9001 within their organization and/or supplier audits at their organization's suppliers. In addition to gaining an understanding of the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard, participants will learn how to recognize discrepancies between requirements and practices within the organization, how to gather evidence of compliance or non-compliance, how to inform management of audit results, and how to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions taken based on the audit.

(ID 3102-EN) ISO 14001 Environmental management system internal auditor training

By successfully completing the course, the participant will be prepared to conduct internal audits of the environmental management system according to ISO 14001 within their organization. In addition to understanding the requirements of the ISO 14001 standard, participants will learn how to identify discrepancies between requirements and practice within the organization, how to gather evidence of compliance or non-compliance, how to inform leaders of audit results, and how to verify the effectiveness of measures taken based on audit findings.

(ID 3103-EN) ISO 45001 Occupational health and safety management system internal auditor training

The assessment of companies increasingly depends on how they take care of their employees' health and physical well-being. The European Union also has expectations regarding workplace health and safety. The Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is a tool for the organization's management to meet these expectations in a transparent and organized manner.

(ID 3105-EN) ISO/IEC 17025 internal auditor training on laboratory management system

The ISO/IEC 17025 standard defines general requirements for testing and calibration laboratories. The standard is applicable to all organizations that carry out tests and/or calibrations and can be used to develop the management system of laboratories. Accreditation bodies use this standard to confirm or recognize the prepardness of laboratories.

(ID 3107-EN) ISO 50001 Energy management system internal auditor training

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to perform internal audits of the energy management system according to MSZ EN ISO 50001 within their organization. In addition to understanding the requirements of the MSZ EN ISO 50001 standard, participants will learn how to identify deviations between requirements and actual practices within the organization, how to gather evidence of compliance or non-compliance, how to inform management of audit results, and how to verify the effectiveness of actions taken based on the audit.

(ID 3104-EN) TISAX + ISO 27001:2022 internal auditor training

The reliability and security of information fundamentally affect the operation, processes, effectiveness, efficiency, and profitability of an organization.

(ID 3112-EN) TISAX internal auditor training

The reliability and security of information fundamentally affect the functioning of an organization, its processes, effectiveness, efficiency, profitability, etc.

(ID 3113-EN) TISAX initial self assessment workshop

The reliability and security of information fundamentally affect the functioning of an organization, its processes, effectiveness, efficiency, profitability, etc.

(ID 3114-EN) TISAX - introduction to VDA ISA requirements

The reliability and security of information fundamentally affect the functioning of an organization, its processes, effectiveness, efficiency, profitability, etc.

(ID 3122-EN) TISAX and NIS 2 – key steps to conformity

Nowadays, there are two major challenges for an automotive supplier in the field of information security / cyber security:
• automotive customers require the supplier to obtain a TISAX label, otherwise they will lose the possibility of new businesses
• in the spirit of EU legal harmonization, the requirements of NIS 2 must be met, for which a significant amount of new domestic (Hungarian) legislation (and deadline) has been issued in recent months

(ID 3109-EN) ISO 19011 Guidelines For Auditing Management Systems

The participants of the training receive guidance on how to manage an audit program, how to plan, execute, evaluate, document, and close out a specific audit. We also practice these skills with smaller examples. Additionally, during the training, we discuss the necessary competencies required for first and second-party auditors, how to maintain, evaluate, and improve them.

(ID 3110-EN) ISO 45001:2018 Introduction to the standard

During the one-day ISO 45001:2018 standard awareness training, participants can learn about the structure of the new standard, key definitions, and interpret the key requirements, with particular emphasis on the new or changed requirements compared to OHSAS 18001. All of this is done so that they can interpret and apply the ISO 45001 standard requirements within their own organizational context.

(ID 3120-EN) ISO/IEC 17025 standard guide

During the training, the requirements and operational practices of the ISO/IEC 17025 standard are explained from the point of view of quality management. The training also serves as a guide to the process of obtaining accreditation.

(ID 3121-EN) ISO/IEC 17025 standard knowledge update

During the training, the requirements of the ISO/IEC 17025 standard are explained as an update. Before the training, it is possible to ask the trainer 3 questions, which will be included in the training material. In this way, those standard elements that are the most questionable are specifically highlighted. The questions asked are integrated into the 3rd content element.

(ID 3203-EN) Introduction to ISO 9001

We designed the training to help participants understand the structure and logic of management systems, how to analyze and understand the organization's environment and stakeholders' needs. We placed special emphasis on understanding the process approach and risk-based thinking, as well as the importance of "regulatory cycles" for continuous improvement in the organization. The training is conducted by trainers who themselves have professional experience in the private sector, sometimes as full-time quality management professionals or ISO 9001 auditors.

(ID 5010-EN) VDA 1 – Documentation and Archiving

An organization needs to preserve its records for various reasons (audit, product recalls, product liability, regulatory requirements) in order to demonstrate the effectiveness of its quality management system and the conformity of its products.

(ID 3301-EN) SPC - Statistical process control

At our Practice-oriented Statistical Process Control (SPC) training, you will learn about the characteristic properties and distributions of processes, as well as the distinguishing features of controlled and uncontrolled processes. You will also learn how to correctly execute process capability tests and understand the relationship between capability indices and the amount of defective items produced in the process. Understanding the properties of processes will help both developers in determining feasible tolerances and production and quality assurance in exploring development opportunities within the process. Industrial experience shows that the use of resources and materials in production processes is often wasteful because organizations do not or only partially apply acquired knowledge to practice.

(ID 3302-EN) MSA - Measurement System Analysis

We recommend this practice-oriented course for those whose task is to design, select, procure, and accept measuring instruments and measuring systems, including the supervision and calibration of instruments. It is also suitable for those who work for companies that manufacture measuring and testing equipment, as well as those involved in product design and tolerance determination.

(ID 3303-EN) APQP - Advanced Product Quality Planning

New training, based on the latest standard of March 2024!

(ID 3304-EN) PPAP - Production Part Approval Process

(ID 3306-EN) 5 Whys Method

The 5 Why's is one of the simplest and most commonly used root cause analysis methods that effectively identifies the causes of simpler problems.

(ID 3308-EN) AIAG Control Plan

New training, based on the latest standard of March 2024!

(ID 3309-EN) IQ FMEA Training and Workshop

The APIS company's IQ-FMEA software was developed in accordance with the Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) approach of the German Automotive Industry Association (VDA). This software is not only one of the most widely used FMEA-supporting applications among German automotive suppliers, but also globally.

(ID 3311-EN) MSA basic training

We recommend this practice-oriented course for those who are tasked with the application of measuring instruments and measuring systems.

(ID 3401-EN) Product Liability

We have designed the training to provide participants with an understanding of the most important laws related to product liability, their practical operation, and to assist them in meeting the requirements and avoiding negative consequences. The Product Liability Act applies only to products intended for consumers, while product safety regulations apply to all products.

(ID 3403-EN) Product Liability Directive

Product liability in the digital age
Preparing for the new legal environment under Directive (EU) 2024/2853

(ID 3513-EN) Product Failure and Reliability Analysis

The aim of the training is to familiarize the participants with the characteristics of product lifespan during usage, the important metrics related to product lifespan, and the probability distributions used to describe them. Additionally, participants will learn about the fundamental concepts of warranty and guarantee, and how to estimate the quantity and costs of future complaints based on statistical processing of past warranty claims data.

(ID 3601-EN) LEAN Administrator

We recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn the basics of the LEAN philosophy and who participates in LEAN projects at their company. Participants of the training have the opportunity to attend the LEAN Project Manager training, which provides a higher level of knowledge and enables participants to manage LEAN projects.

(ID 3602-EN) LEAN Project Manager

We recommend this course to professionals who have a basic understanding of LEAN principles and who want to delve deeper into the intricacies of LEAN production beyond the fundamentals. The course is designed to include homework assignments following the basic training, as well as an exam task after the course to prepare participants for practical application of their acquired knowledge.

(ID 6020-EN) Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts - Workshop

The implementation of the VDA standard of Maturity Level Assurance for New Parts aims to attain sustainable improvement of the quality of supplied parts. With this method, a process accompanying assurance of product maturity is achieved at the start of production: projects are segmented, assessed early on and corrected. Furthermore, a unifed concept is provided for cooperation and communication in complex product engineering projects involving many participants in the supply chain. In the workshop, you will acquire the necessary knowledge and competencies to implement the standard in the automotive and supplier industry. This is a supplementary workshop for ID 602-EN 1 day training.

(ID 6100-EN) CQI- 8: Layered Process Audit – LPA

TARGET GROUP:
Employees of organisations or other interested parties who would like to learn in detail the steps of an LPA audit.
It is recommended to have a secondary education and/or relevant work experience for this training.

OBJECTIVES:
The training is designed to familiarise participants with the CQI Specific Process Assessment Specifications issued by the American Automotive Industry Association (AIAG) and provide guidance on conducting Layered Process Audits (LPAs).

CONCEPT AND METHOLODOGY:
•    Interpreting LPA as an automotive industry expectation
•    AIAG: CQI-8 overview, explanation and interpretation
•    LPA implementation, concept development
•    LPA system design steps and integration into the organisation's system
•    Implementation of LPA audits, practical experiences
•    Evaluation of LPA audits
•    Need for annual reviews

(ID 3501-EN) Ford Customer Specific Requirements Change

KEY PARTICIPANTS ON WORKSHOP:
All of participants in Supply Chain, who should be affected by FORD Customer Specification Requirements.

(ID 3502-EN) Ford Motor Company Customer Specific Requirements

We recommend this training course to current or future Ford suppliers who want to understand the deeper connections of Ford's requirements and need to meet the Ford Q1 requirements. The training is provided by instructors who are currently full-time automotive industry professionals and not only know but also apply Ford's customer-specific requirements on a daily basis.

(ID 3503-EN) Mercedes-Benz Group Customer Specific Requirements

This course is recommended for current or future Mercedes-Benz suppliers who want to understand the deeper implications of Mercedes-Benz's customer-specific requirements and who must meet the requirements of the Mercedes-Benz Special Terms. The training is delivered by instructors who are still full-time automotive professionals, not only familiar with, but also applying Mercedes-Benz's customer-specific requirements on a daily basis.

(ID 3504-EN) BMW Group Customer Specific Requirements

We recommend this course to current or future BMW suppliers who want to understand the deeper connections of BMW's requirements and who need to meet BMW's requirements. The training is conducted by instructors who are currently full-time automotive professionals and not only know but also apply BMW's customer-specific requirements on a daily basis.

(ID 3505-EN) Renault Group Customer Specific Requirements

We recommend this training course to current or prospective Renault or Nissan suppliers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the Renault Group's requirements and who need to meet the Renault Group's requirements.

(ID 3510-EN) FORMEL Q - VOLKSWAGEN Customer Specific Requirements

The Volkswagen Group has a wide range of requirements for its suppliers, so that by complying with these requirements the appropriate product production process and the production and delivery of products can be ensured.

(ID 3514-EN) BMW Requalification Workshop

We recommend this workshop to current or prospective BMW suppliers who want to understand the deeper context of BMW requirements and need to meet BMW's requirements.

(ID 3515-EN) Renault Group Supplier Requirements Upgrade

Be among the first to be informed about the mandatory changes applicable to current or prospective Renault and/or Nissan suppliers.

(ID 3516-EN) Volkswagen self-audit workshop

This course is recommended for current VW suppliers, as the completion of the annual self-audit is a crucial customer-specific requirement.

(ID 3517-EN) Volvo Cars Customer Specific Requirements

This course is intended for current and potential Volvo Cars suppliers who need to comply with Volvo Cars’ requirements and wish to gain a deeper understanding of their underlying principles.

(ID 3518-EN) Volvo Truck Customer Specific Requirements

This course is recommended for current or prospective Volvo Group (Volvo Truck) suppliers who want to understand the deeper context of Volvo Group's specific requirements, who need to meet Volvo's requirements. The training is given by trainers who are currently full-time automotive professionals who not only know, but also apply Volvo's customer-specific requirements on a daily basis.

(ID 3519-EN) Mercedes portal training

TARGET AUDIENCE
Customer liaison officers, customer representatives, product and process developers, quality management and quality assurance staff, internal and supplier auditors.

OBJECTIVES
The participants will be able to define relevant applications on the Mercedes-Benz customer portal and manage them at user level. This will enable the organisations to meet Mercedes-Benz customer-specific requirements, improve their competitiveness, increase their chances of winning new orders and maintain customer satisfaction indicators at the expected level.

TRAINING CONTENTS
- General overview of the Mercedes - Benz customer portal
- Overview of specific applications
- Application process for a new application
- Detailed presentation of the highlighted applications
• SQMS
• DocMaster
• SDB
• PIA
• etc.
- Discussion of issues that arise during daily use

(ID 3520-EN) Formel Q konkret 7th edition

The Volkswagen Group has a comprehensive set of requirements for its suppliers to ensure that the appropriate product manufacturing process and the production and delivery of products of the right quality are guaranteed.

(ID 3522-EN) VW D/TLD audit workshop

This course is recommended for current VW suppliers, as the annual D/TLD audit is a fundamental obligation for all suppliers with D/TLD-relevant product characteristics.
The Formel Q Konkret volume contains the regulations of the D/TLD audit was updated in March 2025, so all suppliers are advised to familiarise themselves with these changes.

(ID 3523-EN) Volkswagen portal training

Customer contact persons, customer representatives, product and process developers, quality management and quality assurance employees, internal and supplier auditors.

(ID 3524-EN) Stellantis Customer Specific Requirements

This course is recommended for current or future Stellantis suppliers who want to understand the deeper implications of Stellantis customer-specific requirements and who must meet the requirements of the Quality Requirements for Suppliers (QRS). The training is delivered by instructors who are still full-time automotive professionals, not only familiar with, but also applying Stellantis customer-specific requirements on a daily basis.

(ID 3701-EN) Automotive Process Approach - workshop

Although the process approach (process approach, Prozessansatz) has been introduced in the ISO 9001 standard since 2000, in practice, only a small proportion of organizations apply it to this day, risking the missed opportunity of potential savings that could come from its application. In the automotive industry, its application is mandatory for organizations certified according to IATF 16949, for which the IATF has developed the so-called automotive process approach. Participants will learn this method through practical examples.

(ID 3812-EN) IATF 16949 HR requirements

Availability of competent employees is one of, if not the most important factors in the success of an organization. Accordingly, the latest edition of IATF 16949, released in 2016, places particular emphasis on defining and ensuring resources, including human resources. Part of this process is defining competencies and ensuring their presence. Our training assists HR professionals and employers in implementing these requirements into practice.

(ID 3813-EN) Supplier Management Workshop

The 2016 edition of the IATF 16949 standard has significantly expanded requirements for external-sourced products, services, and processes. Therefore, in our workshop, we assist colleagues working in supplier management in implementing these requirements into practice.

(ID 3815-EN) Error proofing workshop

During this workshop, participants will learn the fundamental principles, practical tools, and techniques of Error Proofing to effectively reduce human and technological errors in manufacturing processes. The workshop focuses on Poka-Yoke solutions used in the automotive industry and the requirements of the IATF 16949 standard.

(ID 3816-EN) IATF 16949 Requirements for Process Engineers Workshop

If you work as a process engineer or production support in the automotive industry, it is essential that you have a deep understanding of the requirements of IATF 16949. Our training focuses specifically on providing practical guidance in the areas of process optimization, error prevention and continuous improvement. Learn how to apply IATF 16949 requirements to design and operate manufacturing processes, and acquire the skills needed to enhance production efficiency and product quality!

(ID 3817-EN) IATF 16949 Requirements for Maintenance Personnel Workshop

If you work as a maintenance technician in the automotive industry, a deep understanding of the IATF 16949 standard requirements is crucial. Our training will help you learn how to apply the standard's requirements in developing maintenance processes, preventing defects, and enhancing equipment reliability. Discover the methods and tools that can help you contribute to the continuity of production and the improvement of quality.

(ID 3818-EN) IATF 16949 Logistics Requirements Workshop

If you work as a logistics specialist in the automotive industry, understanding the requirements of the IATF 16949 standard is essential for effective job performance. Our training will teach you how to apply the standard's requirements to optimize logistics processes, as logistics is closely linked to the quality management system. Efficient material flow and inventory management directly impact the smoothness of production processes and product quality. Learn how to contribute to the continuity of the supply chain and increase customer satisfaction.

(ID 3819-EN) IATF 16949 Quality Planning and Quality Assurance Requirements Workshop

If you work as a quality planning or quality assurance engineer in the automotive industry, a deep understanding of the IATF 16949 standard is essential for effective job performance. Our training aims to comprehensively present the standard's requirements, including the development of risk management strategies, quality planning processes, and the effective implementation of process control and error prevention techniques. Learn how to ensure consistent quality of products and processes, and how to achieve customer satisfaction through continuous improvement of the quality management system.

(ID 3820-EN) IATF 16949 Management Requirements Workshop

If you work as an executive or manager in the automotive industry, a thorough understanding of the IATF 16949 standard is crucial for the success of your company. Our training will teach you how to integrate the standard's requirements into strategic planning, risk management, and performance management. Learn how to create a quality management system that supports continuous improvement, enhances customer satisfaction, and ensures competitiveness. Join our training and acquire the knowledge to effectively lead your company on the path of quality and excellence!

(ID 3803-EN) Stress management

(ID 3804-EN) Motivation Mastery Course

The training facilitates the conscious application of the motivational cycle through an approach based on the needs and interests (curiosity) of motivation.

(ID 3806-EN) Effective Presentation

(ID 3807-EN) Successful Negotiation

The training introduces participants to the management of personal negotiation situations aimed at asserting interests, whether inside or outside the company.

Real competence

Training or competence? Competency means the ability for usage both knowledge and skills. This ability may be the decisive factor between success and defeat. With competent employees organisations operate more effective which leads finally to efficiency.

If you are seeking after real competence, first the objective and adequate strategy of qualification must be clarified! Otherwise there is a high risk that the you waste money without getting the expected competency.

Since 2003 we delivered thousands of trainings in Hungary and the sorrounding countries at different companies from small family owned firms to such big players like Continental, Robert Bosch, Valeo, Mercedes-Benz or Audi. Our trainers can support you in clarification of objectives, necessary actions and also the follow up activities after competency development projects.

In 2011 our company was nominated as official licensee of VDA QMC for Hungary, then in 2017 for 5 additional South-East European countries like Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Macedonia. Since then we offer the highest level VDA QMC trainings developed by working groups built up from German OEM and Tier 1 experts. Quality of the training content is assured by the control over licensees, selection, qualification and approval of trainers by VDA QMC.