The Role of Process Standards in Automotive Systems Development

In today´s environment, when modern vehicles are increasing their reputation for performance, quality and value for money, succeeding in the market place is ever more dependent on the ability to employ new technology in all aspects of the business. It is widely understood that the quality of the end product can largely be determined by the quality of the processes which produce it. This paper discusses the impact of process standards on safety-related components and systems development in the automotive industry.