The AIAG/VDA FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) is a structured method for analyzing and evaluating potential failure modes and their effects in product and process development. It is primarily used for risk mitigation and failure prevention in the design and production phases. With the addition of FMEA-MSR (Monitoring and System Response), it is also used in ongoing operations at the customer's site.
As one of the central tools of the Automotive Core Tools, FMEA is now established throughout the industry. In June 2019, the method was harmonized by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) together with the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and published as a uniform standard.
The harmonization of AIAG/VDA-FMEA has created a practical, internationally coordinated framework that significantly simplifies and standardizes the application of the method—especially in globally active companies in the automotive industry.
This seminar focuses exclusively on the innovations of the harmonized AIAG/VDA FMEA standard. Participants receive a systematic introduction to the new 7-step procedure, which is explained step by step and reinforced with practical examples.
The key differences compared to the previous 5-step FMEA method are compared and interpreted. This provides a clear comparison between the old and new methods, including specific recommendations for implementing the new requirements in the automotive industry.
Using practical case studies from everyday business life, you will deepen your methodological skills, learn to assess the effects of the new approach on relevant processes in your organization, derive specific actions from this, and apply them independently in the context of product and/or process development.
Seminar Content
- Introduction and workshop overview
- Theoretical foundations of FMEA
- FMEA in conjunction with IATF 16949 and CSR requirements
- Overview of the FMEA change
Our workshop uses practical examples to convey the new FMEA requirements in a clear and application-oriented manner under the expert guidance of a specialist. Participants learn step by step how the new requirements can be integrated into existing FMEA processes, how their implementation is evaluated, and how specific measures can be derived from them.
For your support, you will receive comprehensive seminar materials, tried-and-tested checklists, and detailed documentation that will serve as a valuable working basis even after the workshop.
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Additional Information
The workshop is aimed at representatives from the following areas: management, design and development, engineering and production, quality management and assurance, logistics and maintenance, purchasing and sales. It is also aimed at anyone who is actively involved in the creation of process FMEA, as well as internal system, process, and second-party auditors who would like to deepen their knowledge of reverse FMEA.
The seminar lasts 1 day, 8:30 a.m. – approx. 5:00 p.m. (on-site / online)
Seminar date by arrangement.
The number of participants is limited to a maximum of 12 people. If possible, please bring a laptop to the seminar so that you can perform the practical exercises optimally.
All participants will receive comprehensive training materials from GUKSA GmbH as well as a certificate of attendance upon completion of the seminar.
As part of the seminar, practical application software based on Excel will be provided free of charge. This allows participants to work directly on all case studies and workshops on their own laptops—the results can then be further utilized within the company.
The organizer provides all necessary materials, including a seminar room, flipchart, projector, beamer, pinboards, and other equipment. Application examples are also provided to ensure practical relevance.
Price for training per participant: flat rate of €590
plus statutory value added tax.
Invoices will be issued after the seminar has taken place and are to be paid within 30 days net.
We would be glad to provide you with a customized quote for in-house training courses.
Contact us by email, using the contact form, or by phone—together we will discuss your desired topics, practical examples, and specific requirements in order to tailor the seminar precisely to your company.
We look forward to receiving your inquiry!
Certified 1st/2nd party auditors IATF 16949 (VDA QMC), process auditors VDA 6.3 (VDA QMC), ICO ISMS 27001 PROFESSIONAL / ICO ISMS Auditor ISO/IEC 27001, risk manager according to ISO 31000 / ONR 49001 with many years of experience in establishing and implementing process FMEA in the organization.
Trainer for product, process, and FMEA facilitators, as well as examiner at the DGQ.