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What Is APQP
What Is APQP
APQP or Advanced Product Quality Planning is a structured method of defining and establishing the steps
necessary to ensure that a product satisfies the customer. Effective product quality planning depends on a
company's top management's commitment to the effort required in meeting customer specifications.
effective communications with all those who are involved in the implementation scheme.
timely completion of required goals.
minimal or no quality problems.
minimal risks related to quality during product launch.
Phases of APQP
They include...
Outputs Include
Design goals
Reliability goals
Preliminary bill of material
Preliminary process flow chart
Preliminary listing of special product and process characteristics
Product assurance plan
Management support
Suppliers can consider this phase of APQP equivalent to Design and Development Planning and Design Input
in QS-9000
Outputs:
Packaging standards
Product/process quality system review
Floor plan layout
Process flow chart
Characteristics matrix
PFMEA (process failure mode effects analysis)
Pre-launch control plan
Process instructions
Measurement system analysis plan
Preliminary process capability study plan
Packaging specifications
Management support
Reduced variation
Customer satisfaction
Documentation and service
Benefits of APQP
Resources are directed towards customer satisfaction.
Required changes are identified early Changes close to or after product launch are avoided.
On time delivery of a quality product at the lowest cost.
The management should develop and document a quality policy relating to grade of service provided
the organization's image and reputation in the domain of quality objectives for improving product quality.
approach to be adopted in the pursuit of quality objectives.
the role of company personnel in implementing quality policy.