VDA 6.x series is German Quality Management System Standard for automotive industry. VDA 6.3 evaluates manufacturing processes in automotive sector. Standard was first published in 1998, revised in 2010, 2016, and 2023
LPA is a quality management system in manufacturing. Focuses on product creation process rather than final results. Creates layers of protection against rework and quality defects
Management must assess whether going concern basis is appropriate for foreseeable future. Three factors considered: uncertainty, entity size, and external factors. Management must disclose material uncertainties in financial statements
Tool supports audit process based on VDA Rotband 6.3 and 6.7 volumes. Web-based software requiring browser access, works offline. Licensed for unlimited devices and valid until current Rotband expires
New VDA 6.3 volume published in January 2023. Upgrade training available until December 2024 as live or web-based courses. Standard four-day training course required for initial qualification. Automotive Core Tools training mandatory for process auditors
CARA was released in Fall 2020 to ensure consistent IATF audit reporting. Auditors can allocate up to 15% of time for report writing. Nonconformances are issued in JSON format and must be responded to within CARA. Only JPEG and PDF file types are currently supported