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Understanding
the APQP4Wind Resources
With the APQP4Wind concept becoming the common frame of reference for quality assurance in the wind industry, the APQP4Wind organization has developed a set of supporting materials to help you on your journey toward high-quality product development and effective collaboration.
Below, you will find an overview of the available APQP4Wind Resources, their intended purpose, and whether their use is required or recommended.
Please note that the scope of APQP4Wind implementation must be agreed upon between you and your customer/supplier during the Kick-Off Meeting, where you will define which elements apply to your specific case.
Core requirements
APQP4Wind Manual and its appendices
- The APQP4Wind Manual and its appendices outline the core requirements for implementing the APQP4Wind methodology.
- The APQP4Wind Manual provides a detailed description of the seven process phases, including the required in-/outputs and deliverables for each phase. It also outlines communication requirements and enables a structured customer-supplier relationship.
- The appendices to the APQP4Wind Manual introduce key methodologies and provide detailed specifications and definitions that support major topics outlined in the APQP4Wind Manual, such as FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
Optional templates
APQP4Wind Workbook and APQP4Wind Analysis Tool
- The APQP4Wind Workbook is the suggested standard tool for recording and delivering the PPAP:
It contains all necessary templates and tools for documenting the PPAP. - The APQP4Wind Analysis Tool supports measurement system analysis (MSA) and capability studies for any tools and processes involving special characteristics. It complements the APQP4Wind Workbook and includes templates that can be used for calculations and documentation.
- The APQP4Wind Workbook and APQP4Wind Analysis Tool are not mandatory, even when APQP4Wind is included in the contractual agreement between a Customer and a Supplier. The tools are considered suggested templates that can be replaced with company-specific tools if mutually agreed upon during the Kick-Off Meeting.
Your learning
APQP4Wind Assessment Tool
The APQP4Wind Assessment Tool can be used as a self-assessment, customer assessment, or third-party assessment of your organization’s maturity in applying the APQP4Wind methodology.
It enables a structured gap analysis across all phases of the APQP4Wind process and helps prioritize improvement areas.
APQP4Wind Training
APQP4Wind offers a training setup aimed at introducing the APQP4Wind concept to new companies as well as refresher training for experienced practitioners. These include training on the overall methodology as well as deep dives into specific tools, e.g., MSA, FMEA.
The training courses are offered by external providers and listed on the APQP4Wind website.
Your experience matters
The APQP4Wind Secretariat drives continuous improvement of all supporting resources by incorporating feedback and practical experience from all company members and APQP4Wind practitioners.
Use the form to share your feedback with us - your experience is essential for our continuous improvement.
All submissions are reviewed on a regular basis. Please note that, as responses may involve input from multiple stakeholders, a formal reply may take up to 10 working days.