Growing product quality requirements require the use of effective process management tools in manufacturing companies. Thanks to process audits, it is possible to reveal the causes of errors in the production process, eliminate complaints and losses that arise in the process. The output of the process audit also contains a proposal for corrective measures to eliminate the identified causes of problems and the possibility of eliminating losses that arise in the process.
An effective process is one that achieves the intended, planned goals. The process audit monitors whether the process is effectively managed, i.e. whether the activities are set up correctly, check of resources, proper planning and control so that the outputs achieve the set objectives.
Documented and identified discrepancies that are assessed in relation to the product or process risk in the audited organization. The output shows whether the identified discrepancies can cause nonconforming products and what is the resulting risks for the organization.
When preparing for an audit, it is important to monitor the impact of individual processes on the product, therefore potential process risks are identified so that they can be adequately assessed during the audit.
Zdroj: VDA 6
Process audit can be used internally as well as externally throughout the product lifecycle. The audit is designed to be suitable for organizations of all sizes. The possibilities of use are as follows:
