APQP & Change Management Managed Service – Expert Support for Successful Product Launches and Customer Approvals

As a remote APQP managed service partner, QMatrix supports your projects throughout the entire Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process – providing structured quality support with the same reliability and effectiveness as on-site assistance.

We align APQP deliverables with customer requirements, plan, coordinate, execute, and monitor all required activities to achieve successful customer approval and product release.

QMatrix manages the complete coordination of measurement, testing, validation, and documentation activities required throughout the APQP process. We ensure that all quality records, test results, and approval documents are available on time and meet customer-specific requirements. Annual re-qualification activities are also managed throughout the supply chain to maintain long-term product quality and compliance.

APQP Support Throughout the Entire Product Lifecycle

As part of the QMatrix APQP & Change Management Managed Service, we support your projects according to your individual maturity assurance process and customer-specific requirements. Our APQP experts plan, coordinate, and manage all required tests, documentation, and quality activities to ensure compliance with customer expectations and automotive quality standards. All documentation, test results, and quality records are systematically prepared and submitted directly through customer portals or defined communication platforms.

QMatrix APQP & Change Management Services

APQP Project Management

• APQP project planning and coordination
• Quality milestone management
• Tracking of deliverables, actions, and deadlines
• Coordination of internal teams, suppliers, laboratories, and external partners

Testing, Measurement & Laboratory Support

• Organization and coordination of measurements and validation tests
• Management of external laboratory activities
• Evaluation and tracking of test results
• Support with measurement and validation requirements

Product & Process Approval Support

• PPAP support
• PPF according to VDA 2
• FMEA coordination
• Control Plan management
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Documentation & Customer Portal Management

• Preparation of customer approval documentation
• Upload and maintenance of quality documentation in customer portals
• Management of evidence and approval records
• Ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements

Re-Qualification & Engineering Change Management

• Annual product re-qualification management
• Engineering Change Request (ECR) support
• Assessment of product and process changes
• Change implementation tracking and approval support

Automotive Quality Methods & Standards

QMatrix applies established automotive quality methods and industry standards, including:

• APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
• PPF according to VDA 2
• PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
• FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Control Plan
• MSA (Measurement System Analysis)
• SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• IMDS (International Material Data System)

Secure Your APQP Projects with Experienced Quality Experts

Increasing customer requirements, complex approval processes, and limited internal resources create significant challenges for many companies. QMatrix provides experienced APQP and quality management experts who integrate seamlessly into your existing organization – flexible, remote, and focused on successful project execution. Whether you require support for individual project phases, complete APQP activity management, or long-term Change Management support, we provide scalable solutions tailored to your specific requirements.

Talk to our experts and discover how QMatrix can support your APQP projects, customer approvals, and engineering change processes.