OEM Safe Launch Support: Why It Matters for Automotive Tier 1 Suppliers
Launching a new component or part with an OEM is a critical milestone — but it’s also one of the riskiest. Even a minor defect can derail supplier relationships and production schedules. That’s where Safe Launch Programs come into play.
At PTI Quality Containment Solutions (PTI QCS), we provide specialized OEM Safe Launch support tailored to Tier 1 automotive suppliers across Michigan. With ISO-certified inspection and real-time traceability, we help you reduce risk and ensure zero-defect delivery from Day One.
What Is a Safe Launch Program?
A Safe Launch Program is a proactive quality containment strategy agreed upon by an OEM and its supplier before full production begins. The goal: identify and correct any potential quality issues during early production, before parts are shipped downstream.
These programs often include:
- 100% inspection of initial production batches
- Containment of non-conforming parts before shipment
- Detailed reporting and traceability
- A transition plan into standard production
Why OEMs Demand Safe Launch Protocols
OEMs require Safe Launch to protect their own production schedules and ensure suppliers are ramping up under strict quality standards. It’s not just about compliance — it’s about building trust and maintaining operational flow.
PTI QCS Safe Launch Services Include:
- ISO 9001 and IATF 16949-compliant inspection teams
- Real-time defect tracking and reporting
- Visual, dimensional, and functional inspections
- Immediate deployment across Southeast Michigan
- Line-side support and rework capabilities
- Integrated traceability from inspection to containment resolution
Case Study Snapshot: Safe Launch for Tier 1 Dashboard Panel Supplier
A Michigan-based supplier launching a new dashboard panel for a major OEM faced pressure to meet zero-defect goals during ramp-up. PTI QCS deployed a team of certified inspectors within 6 hours. Over 22,000 parts were checked across a 3-week launch window. Minor tooling issues were identified and escalated. Result? No OEM line disruptions. 100% safe launch sign-off on schedule.
Benefits of Partnering with PTI QCS for Safe Launch
✅ Immediate containment for first-run production
✅ Enhanced OEM satisfaction and approval rates
✅ Proven risk mitigation before SOP (Start of Production)
✅ Reduction in costly chargebacks or production delays
✅ Data-backed insights to improve ongoing quality
Serving Southeast Michigan With Confidence
From Detroit to Warren, Sterling Heights to Auburn Hills, our field teams deploy rapidly where you need them — at your plant or the OEM’s site.
Need Safe Launch Support?
If your plant is preparing for a critical OEM launch, don’t leave quality to chance. PTI QCS offers rapid deployment, certified inspectors, and trusted quality management systems to help you pass every audit and meet every spec.
Call us today at (833) 784-9675
Let’s launch with confidence—together.
PTI Quality Containment Solutions
Michigan’s Trusted Partner for Automotive Quality Containment & Safe Launch Inspection