After many months of arduous work, we have finally achieved the IATF 16949 certification!

A step that represents our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, and whose main objective is to develop a quality management system based on continuous improvement, with special emphasis on the prevention of defects and the reduction of variation and losses in the supply chain.

 

What is IATF 16949 certification?

IATF 16949 certification is a fundamental quality standard for the automotive industry that demonstrates the reliability of the production process and compliance with the latest industry standards.

This standard was developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) and is based on ISO 9001 and complemented by specific automotive requirements.

Some of the aspects covered by this certification include:

  • 1. Continuous Improvement and Defect Prevention Its integration with other management standards allows business processes to be optimised, ensuring maximum quality at every stage of production.

  • 2. Customer Specific Requirements This approach ensures that products meet the most stringent expectations and standards.

  • 3. Global Supply Chain Coverage Its scope covers the entire supply chain worldwide, facilitating standardisation of processes and ensuring consistent quality.

  • 4. Benefits for Companies Certified organisations can improve process reliability, reduce defects and risks, and minimise waste in the supply chain.

  • 5. Certification Process Once certified, annual reviews are conducted to ensure continued compliance and to maintain the validity of the certificate.

  • 6. Recent Updates and Changes This underlines the importance of keeping up to date with industry best practice.

 

An achievement based on hard work.

Achieving this international standard has been possible thanks to the collective effort of our team and months of intensive work. We implemented rigorous processes, internal audits and a thorough review of every step in our production chain to ensure compliance with the requirements of the standard.

The achievement of the certification, which joins ZFoam’s other certifications, reaffirms our mission to deliver solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations and lead the industry with quality products.

This recognition inspires us to keep improving. We believe that quality is the path to excellence, and with the IATF 16949 certification, we reaffirm our position as a trusted supplier in the market.