This course is designed for quality managers and engineers, system, product and/or process engineers, project managers and engineers, specialists, and others involved in the APQP4Wind process.
Understanding and implementing the APQP4Wind assessment tool is essential for companies seeking to enhance quality and performance in the wind energy supply chain. This training course provides hands-on instructions for the tool, helping you gain confidence in assessing performance, interpreting results and aligning your approach with the APQP4Wind methodology.
Why choose the APQP4Wind assessment tool training course from SGS?
- Understand the purpose of the assessment tool
Gain clarity on why the APQP4Wind assessment tool was developed and how it supports quality improvement.
- Learn the APQP4Wind assessment maturity score concept
Explore how the maturity score helps evaluate deployment levels and organizational performance.
- Differentiate between “approaching” and “deploying” the tool
Recognize the key differences in tool usage to improve consistency and effectiveness.
- Conduct assessments using the tool effectively
Develop the skills to carry out APQP4Wind assessments in real-world scenarios.
- Identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities
Use the tool to pinpoint areas needing development across your APQP4Wind processes.
- Interpret performance profiles and build action plans
Learn how to analyze assessment results and create targeted plans for improvement.
Course details
There are no mandatory requirements to attend the assessment tool course. However, to receive the full benefit of the tool, it is recommended that participants have:
- Previous knowledge of the APQP4Wind methodology
- Experience from a quality function
- Hold an APQP4Wind Specialist Training certificate
- Auditor experience and training, which would support completing and interpreting the assessments
This course is certified by APQP4Wind. Once learners have completed the course, they receive an APQP4Wind Secretariat-approved Certificate of Attendance.
Why SGS?
As a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, we provide in-depth expertise in APQP4Wind methodology and implementation. Our training programs are developed in collaboration with the APQP4Wind Secretariat, ensuring your team gains practical, up-to-date knowledge that meets industry expectations. We combine global best practice with local delivery, offering flexible learning formats and experienced trainers who understand the unique challenges of the wind industry supply chain.