Top 5 ways to avoid NCTs.
In the automotive world, time and precision drive success. One missed issue on the line can ripple through production—leading to costly Non-Conformance Tickets (NCTs), delayed launches, and lost customer confidence. Preventing NCTs starts with proactive, disciplined quality practices that stop problems before they start.
At Team Quality Services (TQS), we specialize in helping suppliers and OEMs keep production running smoothly and reputations protected. Here are the top five ways to prevent NCTs before they impact your bottom line.
Top 5 Tips for a Successful OEM Visit
Coordinate your plant visit with your Team Quality Services rep for a smooth, successful experience. From safety requirements to check-in support, we make sure you’re prepared and focused on what matters most.
Why OEMs Quietly Say “Call TQS”
When Tier 1 suppliers face repeated quality issues, OEM Quality Engineers often suggest one name: TQS. While we don’t name-drop, we’re trusted, badged, and embedded at most major OEMs across North America. In this post, we break down why those quiet recommendations matter—and how working with TQS gives you faster access, proactive protection, and a reputation boost when it counts most.
Preparing for the Holidays: A Guide for Tier 1 Automotive Suppliers
As the holiday season approaches, Tier 1 suppliers face unique challenges when supplying to OEMs. From fluctuating production schedules to maintaining high-quality standards, this time of year can put your processes to the test. Learn how to prepare effectively and how Team Quality Services can help.
Holiday Checklist
Let TQS remove some of the stress from SORP.
We’re here to support you throughout the production process, including during the Start of Regular Production (SORP).
SORP Checklist
Let TQS remove some of the stress from SORP.
We’re here to support you throughout the production process, including during the Start of Regular Production (SORP).
A Case Study of Consolidating Quality Liaison Support with Team Quality Services
Read about how one tier 1 supplier consolidated multiple liaison contractors into a single provider, and how it provided them with a seamless solution for managing quality issues across various OEM locations.
Inspection Qnet™ – How to Export Your Inspection Sort Data
Efficient communication and streamlined processes are crucial for success. For automotive suppliers, managing field quality issues can be tedious and inefficient. But with the Qnet™ Supplier Portal, these challenges are eliminated. This blog post explores how the Qnet™ Supplier Portal revolutionizes how suppliers handle quality issues, enhancing overall efficiency.
Analyzing quality data and trends with Qnet’s™ Powerful Analytics Engine
Let’s face it: maintaining standards in today’s automotive industry is hard. You’re shipping to multiple OEMs, you have ever-changing standards, and you can’t be everywhere at once. Qnet™ by Team Quality Services helps you by having eyes and ears at every plant you ship to. Not only that, but Qnet™ also has a powerful analytics engine that delivers real-time insights, helping organizations make informed decisions, reduce non-conformances, and enhance overall product quality.
Streamline Supplier Management with the Qnet™ Supplier Portal
Efficient communication and streamlined processes are crucial for success. For automotive suppliers, managing field quality issues can be tedious and inefficient. But with the Qnet™ Supplier Portal, these challenges are eliminated. This blog post explores how the Qnet™ Supplier Portal revolutionizes how suppliers handle quality issues, enhancing overall efficiency.