Powering Performance

Planning for the 2018 AIAG Quality Summit is in full swing! This one and a half day event in September (18-19^th) will feature a number of case studies, a Core Tools Software update, and a major FMEA announcement.

In 2012, AIAG introduced its free online Core Tools Self-Assessment (CTSA) as a way to measure an employee’s competency with the Automotive Core Tools and identify areas that require improvement.   Available in eight languages, the CTSA is a timed (75 minutes) open book self-assessment that covers APQP/PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC. When completed, each individual receives an e-mail detailing his or her scores for each Core Tool. These results are confidential, and shared only with the participant. The CTSA can be taken every 30 days, allowing individuals time to address any knowledge gaps, and monitor their improvement in the Core Tools. 

In today’s increasingly technology driven and connected world, protecting data is more challenging – and more critical – than ever before. Given the growing complexity of global supply chains, and the sheer volume of highly sensitive information being exchanged, the need for a standardized approach in addressing information security is also more vital than ever before. 

We may have just flipped our calendars to May, but we’re already looking forward to June! Join us on June 19, 2018, for the annual AIAG Supply Chain Summit at Laurel Manor, in Livonia, Michigan.

These are uncertain times for the North American Automotive Industry. On his first day of office, President Donald Trump announced his intention to meet with Ottawa and Mexico City to renegotiate the 24 year old NAFTA. After 1½ years and several rounds of negotiations, negotiators appear to be approaching the finish line. 

Registration is still open for the 2018 Conflict Minerals Industry Briefing on June 12. One of AIAG’s most popular events, this year’s program is designed to offer the information new professionals need and to advance the knowledge of those experienced in conflict minerals reporting.

Yusuf Williams, a material qualification engineer with Harman, has found great value in serving as the North America representative of the Supplier Alliance. The Supplier Alliance is comprised of AIAG (North America), CLEPA (Europe), and JAPIA (Japan and Asia Pacific). Its purpose is for the three associations to collaborate and share information on laws, regulations, and materials compliance rules coming out of their region.

Early registration is available until July 26 for the 2018 IMDS & Product Chemical Compliance Conference is scheduled for September 26–27, 2018, at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.

How important is it to establish a supplier-customer relationship? Listen to find out! AIAG’s newest webcast addresses the implications of forming business relationships in today’s world, where virtual communication and teleconferencing has become the norm.

Nearly 200 automotive professionals convened at AIAG’s 8^th Annual Corporate Responsibility Summit last week for a deep dive into the industry’s most pressing supply chain sustainability challenges. Held April 18-19, 2018, in Novi, Michigan, the summit featured over 30 speakers, a choice of three tracks, and 25 exhibitors.