Tools of product quality planning in the production part approval process

Purpose: The article concerns the analysis of the applicable normative requirements in the field of product quality planning in the process of approving parts for production. Design/methodology/approach: The analysis, in particular, concerns the correlation of appropriate methods and quality management tools in the quality planning process. Findings: Correct use of quality planning tools in product and process development determines the effectiveness of implementing individual phases of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning). Research limitations/implications: It is important that the organisation skilfully and consciously uses the quality tools required by APQP; they usually require multiple uses during the project implementation time, which depends on the specificity of a particular project. Practical implications: The study presents how core quality planning tools are related, proving that they cannot be treated as an individual tool, but only their correct use can protect the project/organisation against nonconformities or misunderstandings between the supplier and the customer. Originality/value: The study's originality and novelty show the relations and dependence between APQP phases and core quality tools/evidence developed in the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), according to PPAP level 3. The article presents a practical approach to the use or multiuse of particular core quality planning tools according to APQP phases.