Product and process release
Product and process release

Tested and digitally documented quality for stable, standards‑compliant series production processes.

Product and process release

Tested and digitally documented quality for stable, standards‑compliant series production processes.

Product and process release

Reliable series production is built on robust initial sampling and clearly defined product and process releases that seamlessly connect quality assurance, development, and production – creating the foundation for stability, high product quality, and customer satisfaction.


Your benefits:

  • Product quality assured before start of production
  • Transparent release process
  • Product testing on initial samples
  • Structured quality planning concept
  • Legally compliant material and environmental data

Quality-related services

Sampling types & standards

Our initial sampling is carried out in accordance with VDA (PPF), AIAG (PPAP), as well as our own Würth standards and customer‑specific requirements.

  • Digital documentation of all inspection‑relevant characteristics
  • Modern, standardised testing for transparent inspection results

Be it initial sampling, requalification or special sampling, we create a solid foundation for reliable serial production and stable supply chains.

Testing methods and laboratory expertise

Our inspections are carried out directly in our own accredited testing laboratory.

  • Access to a global network of accredited quality laboratories
  • Comprehensive analyses performed directly on site

This allows us to identify and prevent quality deviations early on, ensure consistent product quality, and reduce risks for our customers – starting from the country of origin and across the entire supply chain.

QVP light

We offer you a practical approach to structured, efficient, and needs-based quality planning – even without any specific customer requirements.

It ensures a clear, streamlined path to quality‑assured series production without adding complexity.

IMDS – International Material Data System

We support you in the creation, maintenance and submission of material data via the IMDS portal.

This ensures that all material and environmental requirements are fully documented, legally compliant, and structured according to the required data format – including items that are not subject to initial sampling.


Integration into the supply chain

All quality‑relevant information – from inspection reports and initial sample releases to complaint analyses – is digitally captured, analysed, and integrated into your value creation processes.

Our goal: stable processes, transparent data flows, and partnership‑based collaboration across the entire supply chain – delivering quality you can rely on.


Supplier approval process

Supplier approval process is a core element of quality management, which ensures that only qualified suppliers deliver products suitable for series production.

1

Initial enquiry & document submission

Our colleagues in the Purchasing department identify the requirement and provide the supplier with standardised documents (e.g. supplier manual, supplier self-declaration form, sample initial inspection report, and other required delivery specifications)

2

Document receipt & review

Once the filled documents have been submitted, they are reviewed within the process chain for accuracy and completeness.

3

Audit & evaluation

If required, a quality audit is conducted with a focus on production processes, inspection equipment, and the quality management system, including documentation.

4

Approval decision

New suppliers have to go through a clearly defined approval process. The objective is to establish long‑term, quality‑capable partnerships for the Würth Group.

Requirements for approval:

  • Complete and duly signed documentation
  • Proof of initial sample delivery capability, where required
  • Fulfilment of our specific requirements (e.g. VDA, PPAP, supplier manual, transport and packaging regulations, product‑specific audit criteria, etc.)
  • Positive evaluation based on the established four‑ or six‑eyes principle

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