Lukas hung the certificate on the wall. But he hung the note above his own desk.
In the automotive supply chain, the quality of the final vehicle is inextricably linked to the quality of the tools, molds, and machinery used to produce its components. is the German automotive standard specifically designed for the audit of quality management systems in the fields of Toolmaking, Jig, and Fixture Construction , as well as Special Purpose Machinery Manufacturing .
VDA 6.2 certification provides a robust framework for managing the unique complexities of toolmaking and special purpose machinery manufacturing. It moves the organization away from reactive "firefighting" toward a proactive, project-controlled environment.
Certification is performed by accredited third-party certification bodies (e.g., TÜV, DQS, Bureau Veritas). The process follows a standard audit cycle: