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Focusing on the "why" behind the "what" and "when," the APQP 3rd edition manual addresses how to improve successful new product launches, with updates to reflect agile product management, and new sections on sourcing, change management, APQP program metrics, risk assessment mitigation plans, and gated management. Along with the removal of Control Plan content - now a standalone document - further revisions include new information on "part traceability," various checklists, and examples of severa...

Based on fundamental principles of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility, the Automotive Industry Guiding Principles to Enhance Supply Chain Sustainability serves as a reference document for suppliers at all tiers, addressing the latest trends and industry expectations for supply chain sustainability. As a companion piece to the Guiding Principles, the supplementary Automotive Sustainability Practical Guidance - which focuses on the practicalities and legalities of meet...

The Control Plan 1st edition manual provides clarification on various requirements, further explanation on linkages to APQP processes, and detailed guidance on how to develop control plans, along with industry best practices for effectively using these plans. Additional updates include the introduction of a "Safe Launch" requirement to control plan phases, examples of developing plans for highly automated manufacturing applications, guidance on using software to develop and manage control plans,...