Process Audit VDA 6.3
An excellent way to review a product development process
About WEDEAQ
WEDEAQ Scandinavia AB is a Swedish consulting company specializing in quality management and quality development in the automotive business according to requirements in IATF 16949 and based on methods from VDA QMC and AIAG. We have more than a decade of experience in the field and are the official licensed partner of VDA QMC in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.
We operate in:
Sweden
Finland
Norway
Denmark
Estonia
The only official VDA QMC partner in the Nordics.
VDA 6.3 Handbook & Litterature
Our courses in VDA 6.3 Qualification
Training Description
Agenda/Training Content
Training Sessions 2025
- You are familiar with the general requirements and fundamental principles of VDA 6.3.
- You know how to use and perform the risk analysis in a technically correct manner.
- You are able to apply the questionnaire in practice using the process elements (P1–P7).
- You know how to identify the relevant risks using the process audit, to point out potentials and ensure a reliable evaluation.
- You are able to obtain and explain a comparable result on the basis of the evaluation system.
- You are able to carry out process audits both internally and on the premises of your suppliers independently and in a technically correct manner.
Training content/Agenda
- Relationship to requirements in ISO 9001 och IATF 169 49
- Overview and differences different types of audits
- Implementation of processorientation and risk analysis through the ”Turtle Model”
- Audit Process; Development of audit program and finish of audits
- Planning and performance of process audits
- Evaluation of process audits
- Audit interview approach
- Communication, ethics and approach (codex) for proecess auditors.
- Rehersal of contents in Modul A
- Contents in Process Elements
- Process Element 2: Project Management
- Process Element 3: Planning of product and process development
- Process Element 4: Implementation of product and process development
- Process Element 5: Supplier Management
- Process Element 6: Process analysis – Production
- Process Element 7: Customer Service
- Field Failure Analysis
- Evaluation of audit results
- Reporting, documentation och completions
- Potential analysis (P1)
- Knowledge Test
- Examination test/Certification (Optional)
May 25-28
Training
Process audit VDA 6.3 Qualification
Date
May 25-28
Price (EUR)
2300
Course ID
3314-622
Availability
Due Date Registation
April 30, 2026
Application
October 19-22
Training
Process Audit VDA 6.3 Qualification
Date
October 19-22
Price (EUR)
2300
Course ID
3314-643
Availability
Due Date Registation
May 2, 2026
Application
Our courses in Process Audit VDA 6.3 Certification
Training Description
Agenda/Training Content
Training Sessions 2025
After fulfilling prerequisites you may apply for personal certification to VDA 6.3, which is required by some Automotive customers such as VW (including Porsche, Audi, Skoda and Scania). Please check with your customer(s) for assuring what the requirements are.
The prerequisites for taking part in certification for VDA 6.3 are:
- Prooven competence in 1st/2nd party competence through minimum 3 days of training training (covering ISO 19011)
- Prooven 5 years of industrial experience of which 2 years with a quality focus
- Documented knowledge in “Core Tools” through
Read more on our website and download application form and CV template (if needed)
The certification for VDA 6.3 follows an individual schedule which is posted during the training or send by mail. Principally each participant is given a short case description for which preparation for an audit is made during 30 minutes followed by a 25 minute session, where an audit simulation is taken place. More information is given prior to the certification on site.
February 27, 2026
Training
Process Audit VDA 6.3 Certification
Location
Taititalo Helsinki
Date
February 27, 2026
Price (EUR)
650
Course ID
331C-609
Availability
Due Date Registation
February 4, 2026
Application
May 29, 2026
Training
VDA 6.3 Certification
Location
Taitotalo Helsinki,(prel)
Date
May 29, 2026
Price (EUR)
650
Course ID
331C-622
Availability
Due Date Registation
February 2, 2026
Application
Are you aware of the risks you and your supplier(s) are takning in a product and process development project?
What is Process Audit VDA 6.3?
Process auditing using VDA 6.3 has been an effective method of identifying weaknesses and deficiencies in product development processes for over 20 years. A structured audit ensures that processes meet quality standards, while identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
VDA 6.3 covers the entire product development process – from feasibility analysis to customer support – and includes clear criteria for risk evaluation. This can be effectively supported by Automotive Core Tools like FMEA, MSA, and SPC to ensure robust and high-quality processes. The process audit serves as a key tool for maintaining quality and minimizing risks through project planning, handover to production, purchasing and production itself.
Over its 30 years, VDA 6.3 has evolved from an in-house practice to a global standard used in multiple industries. It has become a key factor in ensuring and improving high levels of quality.
Training in Process Audit VDA 6.3
As the only licensee of VDA QMC, we offer both certification training for auditors and overview training for, for example, management teams in Process Audit VDA 6.3. The training can be carried out in 1 to 5 days, depending on the company’s needs.
The certification training provides participants with in-depth knowledge of VDA 6.3 and practical preparation for audits according to international standards. For customers like VW/Audi, the exam (day 5) is required to become qualified as an internal or supplier auditor.
The training covers the entire product development process, with a focus on risk assessment and quality improvement. By strengthening your processes with Process Audit VDA 6.3, you will improve quality and increase customer confidence.
Literature for Process Audit VDA 6.3
Process Audit VDA 6.3 is available as a Swedish translation and is about 200 pages long. It describes a general audit process as well as the requirements for the 6 process elements and a way to make an initial assessment of a supplier, so-called potential analysis.
Audit/Consultation
We are competent auditors and can audit your processes and your suppliers according to VDA 6.3 so that you have a clear understanding of the risks you are taking with a particular supplier in the context of a new business project. We can also help you design a good audit plan and ensure that you carry out value-adding internal audits and supplier assessments.
If you have already completed VDA 6.3 certification but need to renew your right to perform audits, specific requirements apply. Read more about our guidelines and requirements for qualification and renewal of certification, including documentation and the renewal process, to ensure you are always up to date and qualified.
If you have a question or want to know more, please fill in the form at the top of the page and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
