This third revised edition of the VDA publication presents a structured method for maturity level assurance in automotive product development and supply chains. It defines maturity levels, measurement criteria, risk classifications, sample classifications, milestone assessments, communication practices, reporting procedures, corrective actions, and escalation processes.
The publication supports cooperation between automobile manufacturers, suppliers, and sub-suppliers throughout product and process development up to the start of series production. It also addresses software maturity, agile product development, automotive cybersecurity, product and process validation, traceability, change management, and the transition to series production. The method can be applied to hardware, software, services, processed materials, and associated development and manufacturing processes.
Application Scope: Automotive product development, supplier quality management, project management, maturity assessment, advance quality planning, software and hardware development, production launch, and supply chain risk management.
