Philips Lumileds Receives ISO/TS16949 Certification
Source/Type:  LIGHTimes Online - News - Staff reports

Author: LIGHTimes News Staff

February 11, 2010... Philips Lumileds reports that that each of its three design, development and manufacturing sites have received ISO/TS16949 certification. ISO/TS16949 is an international standard for automotive industry suppliers that defines quality management system requirements. The company notes that all three sites, San Jose, Penang, and Singapore, were certified within weeks of each other with zero non-conformities. representing an approach and commitment to quality that is consistent throughout the company.

The certification process reportedly requires two separate audit programs at each site. The first audit is to verify that the company and site are ready for a full assessment. The second audit is to confirm that the management system in place conforms to the requirements. Any non-conformance to the standards must be corrected prior to certification. Philips Lumileds News Release

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