Worldwide Purchasing
Technical Review Checklist Guidelines
Date of Technical Review: ________________________
Prior to Technical Review Meeting:
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Get with the buyer and get a copy of the Required Quality Information package documentation that is to be submitted by the
supplier with their Quote Package to the buyer.
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Review the Required Quality Information letter (GM1927-4) that is included in the RFQ package for a list of the specific information
that is to be submitted.
During the Technical Review Meeting:

The following categories are provided as a reference to ensure these areas are covered during the Technical Review with the
supplier. Use this list as a guideline to ask questions as appropriate during the meeting.
Facilities / Program Management / Organizational Structure
End of Line / Functional / Compliance Testing
ISO/TS 16949 or QS-9000
PPAP and Run at Rate Planning
APQP Activity
Cpk
Key positions filled
Explains why organization is effective
Sufficient resources to support this program
Clear reporting structure
Test requirements understood
Test Method / Type identified
Registered
Plan to achieve Certification is understood (if applicable)
ISO 14001 Compliance
Timeline and major events listed and understood
Tracking methods
Individuals identified
Resources to implement (SQE’s)
Corrective Action process used
Capability studies
Tolerances defined
Flow Diagrams/PFMEA/Control Plans
PPM
GP-11 - Prototype
Continuous Improvement
Tools/Technology/Measurement Systems
Logistics
Laboratory
Complex System/Sub-assembly Requirements
Complete process Depicted
Inspection Points Logical
Uses AIAG format/symbols
Understands & uses GP-11
Tool Timing Charts
Gages required
GP-8
Terms/Personnel assigned
Documented Results
Ongoing
Uses data drivers (PPM, Downtime, Warranty, etc)
Warranty Reduction Plans
New Technology
In-House Tool Shop
Rapid development tools (Stereo-lithography, EDM, etc.)
Types of gaging; CMM holding fixture,
Variable/Attribute, how many gages
Tests laboratory is accredited to perform
Capabilities of laboratory
R&D
Understands performance & testing requirements
Testing performed in-house or by third party accredited
laboratory
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Drivers identified
Root causes identified
Individuals identified
Methods identified
Tracking methods & reviews known
Point of shipment in region
Supply in Line Sequence (SILS)/Sequence requirement +
solution
Electronic scheduling capability
Packaging/containerization requirements
Supply Chain Management for complex flow including
Tier 2
Flexibility to schedule variations understood
RASIC Chart
Sourcing Plant/Process for Sub-contractors
Plan to meet broadcast window requirements
List of directed buys
Facilities Plan
Examples of prior experience with complex assemblies.
Management plan for subcontractor quality
Carry-over parts list
Level of integration of sub-contractors
Detailed BOM for Complex System/Sub-assembly
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Worldwide Purchasing
Technical Review Checklist Guidelines
Revision History- January 1, 2004 Changes
Section
Continuous Improvement
January 2004
Change
Added Warranty Reduction Plans
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