[FMEA functionality] Compliance with Skill FMEA Pro

Skill FMEA Pro is the benchmark FMEA / AMDEC software for all sectors. It complies with AIAG, AIAG - VDA and VDA automotive standards, as well as IAQG EN9145, APQP core tools FMEA and EN9100 aerospace standards. Validated by over 1,500 customers on 4 continents, it provides a "clear" response to demanding standards that are complicated to implement without dedicated tools. Configurations can be adapted from SMEs to global deployments.

IAQG and FMEA

The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) regulations impose strict standards to ensure quality and safety in the aerospace industry. Based on total quality management principles, these regulations aim to harmonize procedures and raise performance standards across the sector.

IAQG 9100:2016, in particular, focuses on quality management systems, emphasizing defect prevention and continuous improvement. This regulation is crucial, as it sets expectations for suppliers and manufacturers, establishing a common framework for operational excellence.

How does FMEA support compliance with IAQG 9100:2016?

FMEA, or Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis, plays a pivotal role in supporting compliance with IAQG 9100:2016.

This methodology enables :

- Systematic identification of risks: This enables potential failure modes to be detected in production and design processes.
- In-depth assessment: Each identified risk is evaluated in terms of severity, frequency of occurrence and detectability.
- Prioritization of actions: FMEA guides manufacturers on the critical points to be addressed as a priority to comply with IAQG standards.
- Rigorous documentation: It provides full traceability of analyses and corrective actions taken, an essential aspect of IAQG compliance.

By applying FMEA, players in the aerospace industry can not only comply with the requirements of IAQG 9100:2016, but also establish a culture of quality and risk prevention, essential for maintaining high standards of reliability and safety.

Skill FMEA Pro FMEA software emerges as a tailor-made solution, designed specifically for the unique needs of the aerospace industry. Perfectly aligned with IAQG 9100:2016 standards, this software embodies a revolution in the way quality and compliance are managed.

AIAG VDA and FMEA

AIAG VDA and FMEA are more than just acronyms in the automotive world. They represent a transformation in the way the industry approaches quality, safety and efficiency. AIAG VDA is a joint initiative to harmonize quality and risk management in the automotive industry.

Definition and background: AIAG VDA is the result of collaboration between the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) in the USA and the Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA) in Germany.
The collaboration was launched to fill gaps in existing standards and offer a more globally consistent approach. Work began in 2017, and the harmonized version was published in 2019, marking a new era in industry standardization.

Importance in the automotive industry: Adopting the AIAG VDA is a crucial step for automakers and suppliers. It provides a common platform for assessing risk, improving quality and fostering a culture of continuous excellence.
The methodology has resonated with major automotive brands, underlining its importance in creating safe and efficient vehicles.

Harmonizing FMEA and AIAG VDA: a strategic imperative

The need to adjust the FMEA method in line with the merger between the AIAG and VDA standards is clearly evident. By integrating these two major standards, the automotive industry aims to create a unified set of guidelines that promote both optimum quality and performance. However, this alignment process is not without its challenges. It requires a considered approach to ensure that the FMEA methodology is fully aligned with the convergence of the AIAG and VDA standards, while ensuring a smooth transition to this new common framework.