--- title: Powering Performance | AIAG (103) description: Stay up to date on the latest automotive industry trends, along with AIAG initiatives, events, trainings, publications, products and more. (103) --- [![White AIAG Logo - Uniting Minds.Elevating Standards.](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png?width=254&height=76&name=White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png)](http://www.aiag.org/) ## [Are YOU a Supply Chain Expert? Test Your Level of Knowledge!](https://blog.aiag.org/are-you-a-supply-chain-expert-test-your-level-of-knowledge?hsLang=en-us) Mar 08, 2018 [![global business network-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/global%20business%20network-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/are-you-a-supply-chain-expert-test-your-level-of-knowledge?hsLang=en-us) The Supply Chain Management (SCM) Team at AIAG is getting ready to launch the brand new Materials Management and Logistics Knowledge Assessment for individuals new to – or changing roles within – the Supply Chain field. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/are-you-a-supply-chain-expert-test-your-level-of-knowledge?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Download the (free) Core Tools Key Terms!](https://blog.aiag.org/download-the-free-core-tools-key-terms?hsLang=en-us) Mar 02, 2018 [![car_production_2-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/car_production_2-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/download-the-free-core-tools-key-terms?hsLang=en-us) Planning to take the Core Tools Self-Assessment? AIAG's free Core Tools Key Terms will help fill your Core Tools knowledge gaps. The [Core Tools Self-Assessment](http://www.aiag.org/store/training/details?CourseCode=ELCTSA) was created by AIAG to better prepare automakers and suppliers to use the Core Tools processes (i.e. SPC, FMEA, MSA, APQP/PPAP). Understanding these processes is becoming a requirement for the industry and AIAG wants to make sure that you are prepared. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/download-the-free-core-tools-key-terms?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Transitioning to IATF 16949:2016 for Automotive Auditors](https://blog.aiag.org/transitioning-to-iatf-169492016-for-automotive-auditors?hsLang=en-us) Feb 14, 2018 [![audit-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/audit-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/transitioning-to-iatf-169492016-for-automotive-auditors?hsLang=en-us) The IATF 16949 transition deadline is rapidly approaching and many AIAG Certified Supplier Auditors need to renew their certification to complete second-party audits. The question, however, is how to do this without the undue hardship of investing in a five day class. The answer: AIAG’s [Transitioning to IATF 16949:2016 for Automotive Auditors](http://www.aiag.org/store/training/details?CourseCode=SARIA) course, next offered 3/12 – 3/14, with additional sessions throughout the rest of 2018.  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/transitioning-to-iatf-169492016-for-automotive-auditors?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Final Days of Stakeholder Review for AIAG-VDA FMEA Handbook Draft](https://blog.aiag.org/final-days-of-stakeholder-review-for-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft?hsLang=en-us) Feb 14, 2018 [![deadline-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/deadline-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/final-days-of-stakeholder-review-for-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft?hsLang=en-us) Don’t miss your chance to provide feedback on the AIAG-VDA FMEA Handbook Draft! The deadline for returning commenting spreadsheets (to[ stakeholderreview@aiag.org](mailto:stakeholderreview@aiag.org)) is February 27, 2018, so if you’ve been waiting to send in your thoughts, now is the time. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/final-days-of-stakeholder-review-for-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Upcoming AIAG Training Classes Explore Core Tools, MMOG/LE, and much more!](https://blog.aiag.org/upcoming-aiag-training-classes-explore-core-tools-mmog/le-and-much-more?hsLang=en-us) Feb 01, 2018 [![clapping hands-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/clapping%20hands-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/upcoming-aiag-training-classes-explore-core-tools-mmog/le-and-much-more?hsLang=en-us) If you’re planning on taking a training course this year, there’s no time like the present! The following list includes just a few of our courses offered this February and March. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/upcoming-aiag-training-classes-explore-core-tools-mmog/le-and-much-more?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Updated Guiding Principles and New Practical Guidance Available for Download](https://blog.aiag.org/updated-guiding-principles-and-new-practical-guidance-available-for-download?hsLang=en-us) Jan 18, 2018 [![ethics-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/ethics-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/updated-guiding-principles-and-new-practical-guidance-available-for-download?hsLang=en-us) The updated Guiding Principles includes new and expanded content to provide more timely and relevant guidance to suppliers on the latest industry expectations. This amended document is also accompanied by a new supplementary resource, which provides examples of actions organizations can take to engage in best practices with regards to business ethics, human rights, working conditions, and environmental leadership.  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/updated-guiding-principles-and-new-practical-guidance-available-for-download?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [There’s Still Time! AIAG-VDA FMEA Handbook Draft Available Through February 27, 2018](https://blog.aiag.org/theres-still-time-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft-available-through-february-27-2018?hsLang=en-us) Jan 18, 2018 [![feedback chart-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/feedback%20chart-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/theres-still-time-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft-available-through-february-27-2018?hsLang=en-us) The stakeholder review and commenting period for the new co-copyrighted AIAG-VDA FMEA Handbook will close on February 27, 2018. Have you provided your feedback yet? [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/theres-still-time-aiag-vda-fmea-handbook-draft-available-through-february-27-2018?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG Warranty Management Classes Available](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-warranty-management-classes-available?hsLang=en-us) Jan 18, 2018 [![car warranty graphic-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/car%20warranty%20graphic-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-warranty-management-classes-available?hsLang=en-us) Hoping to gain a better understanding of warranty management, but not sure where to start? Check out the following descriptions for two of AIAG’s courses that can help you gain critical insights and skills in warranty management!   [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-warranty-management-classes-available?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG CQI-27 Special Process: Casting System Assessment, 2nd Edition Still Available for Review](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-cqi-27-special-process-casting-system-assessment-2nd-edition-still-available-for-review?hsLang=en-us) Jan 18, 2018 [![last chance-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/last%20chance-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-cqi-27-special-process-casting-system-assessment-2nd-edition-still-available-for-review?hsLang=en-us) Last chance! The stakeholder review and commenting period for the CQI-27 Special Process: Casting System Assessment, 2nd edition draft ends in just two short weeks. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-cqi-27-special-process-casting-system-assessment-2nd-edition-still-available-for-review?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG’s Supply Chain Security Assessment Provides Common CTPAT Template for OEMs and Supply Chain Partners](https://blog.aiag.org/aiags-supply-chain-security-assessment-provides-common-ctpat-template-for-oems-and-supply-chain-partners?hsLang=en-us) Jan 11, 2018 [![trade security-blog.jpg](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/trade%20security-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiags-supply-chain-security-assessment-provides-common-ctpat-template-for-oems-and-supply-chain-partners?hsLang=en-us) Have you heard? AIAG’s Supply Chain Security Assessment, which is part of AIAG’s Supply Safe, makes it easier for automotive importers and their suppliers to comply with the federal government’s Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT). 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