It is features such as these, and some of the others discussed, that manufacturers should look for when purchasing APQP software. However, the most important feature that consumers should look for the affect it will have on the product. For Firestone, the final analysis is still months away to determine if the tire maker was using its best engineering practices or just filling out the right paperwork or both. Allows input from various departments. APQP software helps meet QS-9000 standards and provides all pertinent forms.
Software allows for the development of process and design failure mode effect analysis.
Updates data on all forms as needed.