Is Core Tools the most important tools in implementing IATF 16949?

Yes, core tools are extremely important in IATF 16949:2016  application. Especially in the new product launch process, production and quality processes, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA must be applied for IATF 16949:2016 requirements.

The necessity of these applications is specified in IATF 16949: 2016 standard clauses 8.1,8.3,8.5,8.6,8.7,9.1.1.1 and customer-specific requirements. Especially according to OEM customer-specific requirements, while giving PPAP for a new project, there must be evidence of core tools in the PPAP file. At the same time, the IATF standard is a technical standard and an important purpose is the reduction of scrap, waste, and ensuring continuous improvement. Achieving this goal cannot be achieved without applying Core tools.

For more information please see the following:

• What are the five core tools of IATF 16949? https://advisera.com/16949academy/blog/2017/08/23/what-are-the-five-core-tools-of-iatf-16949/