The "QDX Interface (VDA)" is a standardized data format for the structured electronic transmission of quality-relevant information between automotive manufacturers and suppliers. Developed by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), QDX (Quality Data eXchange) enables automated, media-disruption-free exchange of quality notifications and inspection reports within the supply chain. The objective is to optimize quality assurance, reduce response times for quality deviations, and harmonize processes across the value chain.
Import and export of QDX files: Automated processing of structured XML files according to the QDX standard.
Quality message management: Capturing, transmitting, and tracking of 8D reports, complaints, and inspection results.
Mapping and validation: Matching internal data to QDX specifications and validating before transmission.
Automatic notifications: Sending of status updates or deadline alerts to involved partners.
Interface integration: Connecting with existing ERP, MES, or CAQ systems for direct processing of quality data.
Audit trail and archiving: Legally compliant documentation and historical tracking of exchanged quality data.
Support of multiple VDA versions: Compatibility with different QDX specifications and release levels.
An automotive supplier sends an 8D report in QDX format directly to the quality assurance system of an OEM.
A quality management system automatically imports incoming QDX messages and assigns them to the responsible departments.
A company integrates the QDX interface into its ERP system to manage quality data centrally and respond faster.
A manufacturing plant uses QDX data to generate automated evaluations for complaints and inspection reports.
