QS 9000

QS 9000 is a set of quality management standards developed in the 1990s specifically for the automotive industry. It was designed to ensure manufacturers produce high-quality parts consistently, emphasizing processes like supplier management, product quality, and continuous improvement. Essentially, it provides frameworks for companies to follow best practices in quality assurance, reducing defects and enhancing customer satisfaction. QS 9000 helped standardize quality systems across the industry, promoting reliability and safety. Although largely replaced by ISO/TS 16949, it played a significant role in shaping automotive quality standards during its time.