Certification & Audit
"ASPICE® Assessment Service" by intacs® Certified Assessors
intacs® Certified Competent/Principal Assessors conduct the assessment.
We support OEM requirement response from gap analysis to formal assessment.
intacs® Certified Competent/Principal Assessors conduct the assessment. We support OEM requirement response from gap analysis to formal assessment.
Why You Need This
ASPICE® Assessment
- Is This Your Situation?
Have you received ASPICE® CL2 or higher assessment result requirements from an OEM?
Major OEMs including Hyundai, Volkswagen, and BMW require ASPICE® CL2 or higher from Tier1 suppliers. Assessment results from certified assessors are required.
Don't know what level your processes are at or where to improve?
Through gap analysis, you can objectively understand your current level and set improvement direction for achieving target levels.
Want to check your preparation status before formal assessment?
By identifying and addressing weaknesses through preliminary assessment, you can increase the probability of passing formal assessment.
Service Introduction
SeonENS ASPICE® Assessment Service
At SeonENS, intacs® Certified Competent or Principal Assessors conduct all assessments.
We provide formal assessments that comply with ISO/IEC 33020 and Automotive SPICE® standards.
Certified Assessor Execution
intacs® certified assessors conduct assessments. Blue Gold Book (VDA ASPICE® Assessment Guidelines) application is also possible.
Coaching Available
We can combine coaching for weakness resolution during the assessment process, not just simple evaluation. We help participants understand process intent.
Practical Improvement Direction
We provide specific improvement recommendations along with assessment results. We present practical guides for achieving OEM-required levels.
OEM Response Reports
We provide assessment reports for OEM submission. Can be used for supplier evaluation response.
Assessment Types
Gap Analysis
Purpose
Identify gaps between current processes and ASPICE® model
Duration
Approximately 5 days
Process
- Project manager, engineer, tester interviews
- Configuration management, QA, and other support function checks
- Process document and work product review
Deliverables
- Gap Analysis Report
- Current level per process (Capability Level)
- Improvement priorities for target achievement
Recommendation
Organizations without ASPICE® experience are recommended to take "Introduction to Automotive SPICE®" training before gap analysis.
Preliminary Assessment
Purpose
Identify and address risk factors before formal assessment
Duration
Minimum 5 days
Process
- Conducted in the same manner as formal assessment
- Identify potential weaknesses in process implementation
- Explain process intent to participants
Deliverables
- Unofficial results on process attributes and capability
- Weakness analysis and improvement recommendations
- Formal assessment preparation guide
Recommended Frequency
At least one session is recommended before formal assessment.
Formal Assessment
Purpose
Official ASPICE® Capability Level certification
Assessment Criteria
- ISO/IEC 33020 compliance
- Automotive SPICE® PAM (Process Assessment Model) application
- VDA Blue Gold Book application possible (upon sponsor request)
Assessment Results
- Formal assessment report
- Capability Level determination per process
- Evidence materials for OEM submission
Assessment-style Coaching
Purpose
Real-time coaching during assessment process
Features
- Conducted like an assessment, but with discussion and coaching for weakness resolution
- Participants immediately understand process and deliverable improvement direction
- Requires 5+ days depending on process scope and target level
Limitations
- Official evaluation results not provided
- Personnel who participated in coaching cannot participate in formal assessment for that project
Review-style Coaching
Purpose
Work product-focused review and coaching
Features
- Coaching after pre-review of written deliverables
- Online (email, web meeting) or on-site coaching
- Cost-effective approach for achieving Capability Level 2
Assessment Process
Phase 1: Assessment Preparation
- Confirm assessment scope (processes, projects)
- Assessment schedule consultation
- Required document list delivery
- Assessment team composition
Phase 2: Document Review
- Pre-submitted deliverable review
- Additional material requests
- Interview schedule coordination
Phase 3: On-site Assessment
- Opening Meeting (share assessment purpose, scope, schedule)
- Interviews and evidence verification
- Daily Wrap-up (share interim results)
- Closing Meeting (final result presentation)
Phase 4: Report Writing
- Assessment result compilation
- Finding/Observation documentation
- Formal report issuance
ASPICE® Capability Level
| Level | Name | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Level 0 | Incomplete | Process not performed or purpose not achieved |
| Level 1 | Performed | Process purpose achieved, basic deliverables exist |
| Level 2 | Managed | Plan-based execution, deliverable management, verification activities |
| Level 3 | Established | Organization standard process defined, tailoring applied |
| Level 4 | Predictable | Quantitative objective-based, statistical process management |
| Level 5 | Innovating | Continuous improvement, innovation management |
OEM Required Levels
- Most OEMs: CL2 or higher required
- Some OEMs (VW, BMW, etc.): CL3 required
- Safety-related projects: CL3 recommended
Expected Benefits
Practical Benefits
- Objective Current Status Assessment
- Accurately understand current process level through objective evaluation by external experts, not internal perspective. Assessment is a mirror that honestly shows current state.
- Improvement Momentum
- Assessment results become clear grounds for process improvement within the organization. It becomes the starting point for forming consensus on "why we need to improve."
- Substantial Improvement Foundation
- Through coaching-combined assessment, participants understand process intent. More important than level achievement is what the organization learns in the process.
- Continuous Development System
- Along with passing assessment, the organization also acquires the capability to operate and improve processes independently.
ASPICE® Assessment - Work with Certified Assessors
ASPICE® Assessment
- Work with Certified Assessors
intacs® certified assessors objectively evaluate your process level.
Tell us your assessment purpose and schedule, and we’ll propose the optimal assessment plan.
intacs® certified assessors objectively evaluate your process level. Tell us your assessment purpose and schedule, and we’ll propose the optimal assessment plan.