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IATF 16949:2016 — Gap Analysis

Quality Management System for Automotive Production & Service Parts
IATF 16949 2016 Edition All Gaps only
Compliant
Partial
Non-compliant
Not assessed

About IATF 16949:2016

IATF 16949:2016 is the global automotive Quality Management System standard. It builds on ISO 9001:2015 with additional sector-specific requirements driven by the major automotive OEMs through the International Automotive Task Force. It is contractually required for the entire automotive supply chain, with customer-specific requirements (CSRs) layered on top of the standard.

Issuing Body

International Automotive Task Force (IATF) in cooperation with ISO

Edition

2016

Coverage

QMS for the design, development, production and service of automotive parts — replaces ISO/TS 16949.

Typical Users

Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 automotive suppliers to OEMs (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Volkswagen, BMW, etc.).

How to use this tool

1. Work through each clause. For each requirement, choose Compliant, Partial, Non-compliant, or leave as Not assessed.

2. Add notes against any requirement to record evidence, gaps, or corrective actions.

3. Click Save progress in the sidebar — data is stored locally in your browser, never uploaded.

4. Export the report as TXT, CSV, JSON or print to PDF for your audit file.

Note: This tool is a guided self-assessment. It does not replace a third-party audit and the authoritative version of the standard must be obtained from the issuing body.

ISO Xpert — Get in touch

UK-based consultancy specialising in management-system gap analysis, training and certification preparation across ISO, API, Halal, GFSI, ESG, cybersecurity and industry-specific standards.

Email

info@iso-xpert.com

Phone / WhatsApp

+44 7853 109840

Office

71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ, UK

Website

iso-xpert.com

Common Questions

IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about the IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis tool, data privacy, audit preparation, and ISO Xpert consulting.

What is the IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis tool and how does it work?
The IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis tool is a free browser-based checklist that compares your current management system against the clauses of IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS. You answer clause-by-clause questions and rate each requirement as Compliant, Partial or Non-compliant. The tool calculates a live compliance score, highlights gaps on a heat-map, captures evidence and corrective-action notes, and exports the full assessment as JSON, CSV, TXT or print-ready PDF for management review and Stage 1 / Stage 2 audit preparation.
Is the IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis tool really free to use?
Yes — the IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS tool is 100% free with no sign-up, no email capture, no credit card, no watermarks, and no usage limits. It runs entirely in your browser; nothing is transmitted to ISO Xpert servers. You can clear or export your data at any time.
Where is my IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS assessment data stored?
All IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS assessment data is stored locally in your browser’s storage. Nothing is uploaded to our servers. This makes the tool GDPR-friendly and suitable for confidential audit data classified up to Restricted. Export anytime as JSON (re-importable), CSV (Excel-pivotable), TXT (executive summary) or PDF (audit-trail evidence).
Can I use this tool to prepare for IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS certification or surveillance audits?
Yes. The IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis is designed to support preparation for certification by UKAS-, IAS- or ANAB-accredited bodies. Use the exported report as evidence of internal audit, feed it into management review, and prioritise high-severity non-conformities ahead of Stage 1 / Stage 2 visits. ISO Xpert consultants can assist with documented information, internal audits and full implementation if required.
How long does a IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis typically take?
Most users complete an initial IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis in 60 to 120 minutes for a single site, depending on system maturity and clause depth. The tool auto-saves continuously, so you can pause, switch devices via JSON export/import, and resume at any time. Re-assessments after corrective action usually take 20 to 40 minutes.
Does ISO Xpert offer IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS consulting or training?
Yes. ISO Xpert Ltd (London, UK) provides IATF 16949:2016 Automotive QMS gap analysis consulting, internal audits, Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification preparation, lead auditor / internal auditor training, and full management-system implementation. Contact info@iso-xpert.com or WhatsApp +44 7853 109840.

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