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Control Plan Software

Plan quality, standardize processes, and avoid deviations
Software CAQ.Net
Stable processes
ensure consistent quality
Control deviations faster
with clear inspection and response plans
Closed quality control loop
through seamless integration

Control Plan Software CAQ.Net

Control Plan Software – Digital and Integrated Production Control Plan

When creating and maintaining control plans (CP), companies often face similar challenges: manual procedures lead to high time expenditure, limited transparency, and increased susceptibility to errors.

In many cases, there is also no consistent link to risk management and inspection planning, meaning that relevant information from FMEA or inspection plans cannot be used consistently. At the same time, the standard-compliant and audit-proof implementation of requirements, such as those specified in IATF 16949, presents many companies with additional organizational and documentation challenges.

The Control Plan Manager in CAQ.Net not only enables the creation of an IATF 16949-compliant control plan, but also supports the systematic identification and definition of relevant product and process characteristics that must be monitored during the manufacturing process. This is based on the consistent linking of the control plan, inspection plan, and process flow plan.

CAQ.Net as Integrated Control Plan Software

Integrated Control Plan Software provides the basis for sustainably overcoming the typical challenges involved in creating control plans. The digitized creation, maintenance, and modification of control plans enables a central and consistent database across all relevant quality processes. All processes can be mapped in the control plan, in which all quality assurance measures along a products value chain can be documented.

The bidirectional integration of the FMEA Software is particularly important. As part of advanced product quality planning with the APQP Software, potential product and process risks are analyzed and directly transferred to the control plan as characteristics to be monitored. Changes in the FMEA can thus be mapped consistently and traceably in the downstream planning objects – for greater transparency, timeliness, and process reliability throughout the entire product life cycle.

The Integrated Wizard

The intelligent assistant in CAQ.Net enables the fast, secure, and standardized creation of:

  • Control Plan
  • Process flow diagram
  • Risk analysis
  • Inspection plan

This wizard also enables continuous comparison of data between the control plan, process flow diagram, risk analysis, and inspection plan.

Dynamic Software Instead of Static Documents

The structured transfer of data from existing knowledge ensures that you can maintain the control plan as a living document and systematically utilize company-wide knowledge.

  • Knowledge base / characteristics catalog
    Predefined inspection characteristics and processes can be reused and transferred to the control plan using drag & drop.
  • CAD link / drawing connection
    Characteristics (e.g., dimensions, tolerances, characteristic numbers) can be transferred directly from CAD or drawing data using CAD inspection planning and automatically linked to inspection characteristics.

The initiation of corresponding tasks in the event of changes, the associated deadline tracking, and real-time notifications of updates are further aspects that underscore the dynamic benefits of the control plan with CAQ.Net.

Control Plan Software FAQ

What advantages does control plan software offer over spreadsheets?

Control Plan Software such as CAQ.Net replaces error-prone spreadsheet solutions with a central, consistent database that is linked to FMEA, inspection plans, and process plans. Changes, regulatory requirements, and audit evidence can thus be implemented efficiently, transparently, and in an audit-proof manner.

How does control plan software improve process reliability?

Consistent quality assurance along the value chain creates a knowledge base within the company that provides a clear overview of all processes, from incoming goods, production, assembly, and final inspection to shipping.

Which standards does the control plan software support?

The Control Plan Software CAQ.Net supports the standard-compliant creation and maintenance of control plans in accordance with IATF 16949.

Can measures be derived from the control plan?

Yes, with the control plan in CAQ.Net you can derive actions such as deviations (e.g., blocking parts), corrective actions (e.g., adjusting work instructions or inspection methods), preventive actions (e.g., increasing the inspection frequency), and improvement actions (e.g., actions for CIP, lessons learned, or FMEA updates).

Is control plan software only relevant for the automotive industry?

No, Control Plan Software is not exclusively relevant for the automotive industry. It can be used across all industries, such as aerospace, medical technology, electronics, mechanical engineering, or even in regulated production and service processes: anywhere where processes need to be systematically monitored, secured, and continuously improved.

Is control plan software suitable for series production?

Yes, the Control Plan Software CAQ.Net is suitable for series production because it enables continuous process monitoring, quick responses to deviations, and sustainable assurance of quality and process stability throughout the entire series run.

Why CAQ AG?

Service Commitment and Product Philosophy

Our understanding of service is based on supporting our customers in each and every aspect relating to our software solutions. With our maintenance contract, we offer a complete package that includes everything you need to ensure continuous support for your CAQ.Net software solution before, during, and after implementation.
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    Updates, Upgrades & Release Changes
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    Support from QM & IT Professionals
  • Included
    User Workshops
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    Screencasts
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    Conformity to Standards
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    Information Security
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