IATF RULES FOR ISO/TS 16949 CERTIFICATION
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“Rules for Achieving IATF Recognition” (publication of IATF-International Automotive Task Force) is revised as of 01.10.2008. The new rules took effect on 01.01.2009. Some of the changes are comprehensive and apply directly to the organizations already registered to ISO/TS 16949 or in the process.
Issues clarified and/or revised :
· The types of audits which require Stage 1 visit
· Actions to be taken in case of “major findings” in surveillance audits
Pilot Program to Improve Drug Safety
(FDA: Rockville, Maryland) -- In an effort to combat counterfeiting and contamination, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is launching a voluntary pilot program for drug makers to determine the practicality of developing a secure supply chain program.
FDA Added to High Risk List
(GAO: Washington) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was added to the U.S.
Improving the Effectiveness of Internal Auditing

Internal auditing, when effectively implemented, can arguably be considered the most important tool in the quality system tool box. It’s the primary method for continuously monitoring a company's quality management system (QMS).
How to Launch a Product in the Middle of a Recession
Why would anyone start a new metrology business in this economic climate? Why would they do it in Michigan, the epicenter of the automotive industry recession?