SUPPLIER SELF-ASSESSMENT PROGRAMS IN AUTOMOTIVE QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Claudiu-Alexandru Covaci, Camelia Cristina Dragomir-Panzaru, Lucian Ioan Tarnu, Constantin Oprean and Aurel Mihail Titu

Proceedings of the INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE, 2025, vol. 19, issue 1, 28-37

Abstract: This study examines the key role of Supplier Self-Assessment Programs (SSAP) in enhancing quality management and audit preparation within the automotive supply chain. The research focuses on three core elements: standardized checklists, internal audit procedures, and specialized training programs. Findings indicate that checklists provide a systematic framework for identifying non conformities, enabling proactive corrections. Internally, audit processes supported by mentoring foster knowledge sharing among suppliers. Training programs, in turn, develop the necessary skills for effective assessments. The study demonstrates that implementing these tools significantly reduces pre-audit risks. Benefits include higher first-time pass rates, lower remediation costs, and stronger collaboration between suppliers and automakers. The research offers practical recommendations for industry professionals, highlighting the strategic value of self-assessment in meeting the automotive sector's increasingly stringent requirements.

Keywords: automotive; compliance; pre-audit; self-assessment; standardized checklist. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.24818/IMC/2025/01.03

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