For manufacturers worldwide, FMEA has become synonymous with continuous improvement programs. Process Flows, FMEA, control plan and SPC have a logical connection. The FMEA process ensures that products, processes or detection techniques are constantly improved.
Continuous feedback is provided from SPC results on the shop floor to engineers responsible for the FMEA process. DataLyzer FMEA software is a module where all data is integrated with the DataLyzer database making it possible to exchange SPC and Process Flow/FMEA/Control Plan information between employees, and ensuring that FMEAs and Control Plans are truly living documents. This is a very practical way of implementing reverse FMEA. Also see a more detailed approach in the whitepapers.
DataLyzer® FMEA is one of the modules in the DataLyzer software suite. The program closely follows the methodology defined in IATF 16949 and RM13004. DataLyzer FMEA can operate as a stand-alone module or link to DataLyzer Spectrum SPC software.
DataLyzer offers a transition training to explain the details of this new manual and how this can be implemented by using DataLyzer FMEA. Please contact your Account Manager or sales@datalyzer.com for more information.
DataLyzer fully supports the new harmonized AIAG-VDA FMEA system. Users can switch without any problem between different methods and templates.
Some of the changes in the AIAG VDA FMEA:
Additional specific automotive features are available like for example the foundation and family FMEAs as required by Ford
For automotive suppliers this means a big change if they are not using FMEA software yet which is capable of the new functionality. For new FMEAs the new method will be audited. If you want to know more about the changes you can read this article.
For Food industry our FMEA software can be used to comply to HACCP requirements.
In the Aerospace industry it is used to comply to RM13004. Our FMEA software is also fully compliant with ITAR/EAR regulations. FMEA documents are technical documents which fall under ITAR/EAR regulation.
FMEA criteria and classification symbols can be customized, even per group of documents. Standard texts for FMEA and Control Plan can be used. This set up guarantees consistency and saves time when completing FMEAs. Alarm levels for RPN or Action priority or severity are also defined. Additional setup preferences support exact configuration to your needs.
The FMEA software supports users, roles, and permission schemes. Obtain complete control access to specific documents through users, user groups, documents or document groups, making DataLyzer FMEA best-suited for use even in a multi-plant environment. User management can be linked to Active Directory.
Process flow must be created before creating the process FMEA. The software supports the development of a primary and secondary flow and offers standard symbols. Changes in the process flow are automatically updated in the process FMEA and vice-versa.
FMEAs can be maintained a lot easier if you work with reference FMEAs. The Reference FMEAs can be made on multiple levels. Changes in Reference FMEAs will be updated automatically in all FMEAs using these reference FMEAs.
In some situations adding filter columns will help to facilitate the development of FMEAs. DataLyzer FMEA offers the option to add multiple columns for example for different producttypes.
Forget about formatting and just key in data. Validation rules can be applied to ensure relevant regulations and the prescribed IATF 16949, RM13004 or other formats are followed, leaving no room for error. This is specifically important for auditors. Linkage of process flow, FMEA and Control Plan prevents conflicts between the 3 documents. DataLyzer FMEA system will be adopted to comply with new harmonized AIAG VDA FMEA methodology.
Ascertain the root cause from “5 Why” problem-solving approach and the Ishikawa (Fishbone) analysis stored within the FMEA.
The action priority method according to the new harmonized AIAG VDA FMEA method is already implemented. You can switch between RPN and Action priority or show them both. Rows can be filtered on Action Priority and/or RPN. See this video.
Report incomplete actions in any FMEA in an open action list and directly access the FMEA. Receive Email notificationd in case actions are almost due.
Import characteristics directly from ballooning software like for example Elias, SolidWorks, Discus etc. With the integration between ballooning software and DataLyzer you can fill out the FMEA and Control Plan directly from a PDF, DWG, DXF, IGES, Catia, NX Models etc etc. Create the SPC control charts directly from the Control Plan to minimize redundant data entry.
Diverse customer requirements demand flexible software to assist users with the FMEA/Control Plan process. Adding columns as per customer requirements or adding a classification column for Pass Through Characteristics (PTC) is easy. Six specific user defined fields per document allows customization as per your needs. Translate the FMEA or Control Plan contents while printing, enabling you to create the CP in the customer-specified language and print the Control Plan in another language for shop floor operators.
Print Pareto reports of the top X RPN numbers from a document or group of documents or print reports sorted on new action priority. Filter, sort or group on any column.
DataLyzer FMEA software is so intuitive that not much training time is required. In addition to the manual, 14 tutorial videos explain how to setup FMEA using DataLyzer FMEA. To watch the tutorials, click on the View Tutorial link. If desired, we can provide additional User Training for DataLyzer FMEA.
For more information please download the brochure.
The movie below gives you an introduction to Advanced Planning Quality Process and how DataLyzer’s FMEA software fits in your APQP process.
The movie below gives you a clear understanding of the FMEA document structure and the relationships.
Introduction to Risk AnalysisIn the concept version of ISO 9000:2015 risk analysis will be a requirement. This white paper describes an introduction to risk analysis and FMEA, the history of FMEA, how to get started with FMEA and the layout for IATF 16949. |
Managing FMEA’sWhat is required to make your FMEA program a success? What do you need to prepare before starting with FMEAs and what do you need to do per individual FMEA. |
FMEA ClassificationHow are is priority for improvement established and how are classification symbols and special characteristics used in FMEA? Different methods will be discussed for prioritizing: Risk Priority Matrix, RPN, Action Priority, Classification Symbols. |
Is Excel the right tool for FMEA?It seems at first but there are so many specific requirements which are very complicated to implement in Excel, that Excel is hardly the right tool. |
FMEA and HACCP: A comparisonIn industries, FMEA is used. In Food industry HACCP is used. What are the similarities and differences and what would be the advantages for the Food industries to apply FMEA. |
FMEA and Cost EffectivenessWhat problems do we fix, how much do they cost us? What are the current costs of customer returns? Does the FMEA affect the bottom line or the top line? How can FMEA generate new business? |
Capturing Process Knowledge using Standard FMEAsHow can knowledge be stored in FMEAs and re-used with new product and process development. |
AIAG VDA FMEAThe new FMEA manual has restructured the FMEA process. In this article we will summarize the major changes. |
DataLyzer FMEA in different industriesThis whitepaper shows how DataLyzer FMEA can be used throughout numerous different industries. It also highlights several features that have been added to improve the functionality of DataLyzer FMEA. |
Reverse FMEA, a practical approachPDFThis whitepaper shows how reverse FMEA can be implemented in a practical way using the DataLyzer software suite. |
Linking of FMEA, Control Plan and Inspection PlanPDFIn APQP, the relation between PFMEA and Control Plan is fairly clear. The Control Plan should be implemented on the shop floor. This is typically done by creating inspection plans and work instructions. In this whitepaper we show how this is implemented in the DataLyzer software suite. |
See this whitepaper for more details. To facilitate the start-up of DataLyzer FMEA, the Excel FMEAs can be imported.
During APQP, establishing critical characteristics in the control plan is a key step, but a time consuming and laborious process. Characteristics are established during the design process and then they need to be entered in the CMM program, the control plan and the SPC program. Furthermore suppliers need to balloon the drawing received from the customer.
DataLyzer’s solution along with third party software allows:
Read this whitepaper for further information and examples.
Introduction to Risk AnalysisIn the concept version of ISO 9000:2015 risk analysis will be a requirement. This white paper describes an introduction to risk analysis and FMEA, the history of FMEA, how to get started with FMEA and the layout for IATF 16949. |
Managing FMEA’sWhat is required to make your FMEA program a success? What do you need to prepare before starting with FMEAs and what do you need to do per individual FMEA. |
FMEA ClassificationHow are is priority for improvement established and how are classification symbols and special characteristics used in FMEA? Different methods will be discussed for prioritizing: Risk Priority Matrix, RPN, Action Priority, Classification Symbols. |
Is Excel the right tool for FMEA?It seems at first but there are so many specific requirements which are very complicated to implement in Excel, that Excel is hardly the right tool. |
FMEA and HACCP: A comparisonIn industries, FMEA is used. In Food industry HACCP is used. What are the similarities and differences and what would be the advantages for the Food industries to apply FMEA. |
FMEA and Cost EffectivenessWhat problems do we fix, how much do they cost us? What are the current costs of customer returns? Does the FMEA affect the bottom line or the top line? How can FMEA generate new business? |
Capturing Process Knowledge using Standard FMEAsHow can knowledge be stored in FMEAs and re-used with new product and process development. |
AIAG VDA FMEAThe new FMEA manual has restructured the FMEA process. In this article we will summarize the major changes. |
DataLyzer FMEA in different industriesThis whitepaper shows how DataLyzer FMEA can be used throughout numerous different industries. It also highlights several features that have been added to improve the functionality of DataLyzer FMEA. |
Reverse FMEA, a practical approachPDFThis whitepaper shows how reverse FMEA can be implemented in a practical way using the DataLyzer software suite. |
Linking of FMEA, Control Plan and Inspection PlanPDFIn APQP, the relation between PFMEA and Control Plan is fairly clear. The Control Plan should be implemented on the shop floor. This is typically done by creating inspection plans and work instructions. In this whitepaper we show how this is implemented in the DataLyzer software suite. |
See this whitepaper for more details. To facilitate the start-up of DataLyzer FMEA, the Excel FMEAs can be imported.
During APQP, establishing critical characteristics in the control plan is a key step, but a time consuming and laborious process. Characteristics are established during the design process and then they need to be entered in the CMM program, the control plan and the SPC program. Furthermore suppliers need to balloon the drawing received from the customer.
DataLyzer’s solution along with third party software allows:
Read this whitepaper for further information and examples.
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