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To develop robust casting processes that eliminate root causes of defects, minimize waste, and improve overall supply chain efficiency.
Is there a robust APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process in place?
Conduct "mini-audits" throughout the year using the XLS tables to stay ahead of the annual requirement. cqi-27 casting system assessment xls
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Early identification of quality problems saves significant costs.
Success with the CQI-27 XLS requires moving from passive record-keeping to active risk management: If you are developing or optimizing your internal
AIAG CQI-27 Special Process: Casting System Assessment, 2nd Edition is Now Available for Stakeholder Review and Commenting
Automated metrics displaying compliance percentages. Section 1: Management Responsibility & Quality Planning
The CQI-27 Casting System Assessment Excel tool is far more than a glorified to-do list; it is a strategic quality management device. By converting the rigorous AIAG standard into an interactive, self-calculating, and visually intuitive format, the XLS empowers foundries and machining suppliers to move from reactive defect detection to proactive process assurance. When used with discipline—combining hard data from the spreadsheet with human expertise on the foundry floor—the CQI-27 XLS assessment becomes a catalyst for zero-defect casting, protecting both brand reputation and end-user safety. Conduct "mini-audits" throughout the year using the XLS
Unlike cloud-based quality platforms, an XLS file can be used on the shop floor, in a remote foundry, or during a supplier audit where connectivity is unreliable.
But here’s the challenge: The raw standard is a PDF. To use it in a live audit, you need a dynamic, interactive, and scalable tool. Enter the .
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Use dropdown lists for compliance selection (e.g., Yes/No/NA) to ensure data consistency across audits.