There must be a controlled process for the structured transfer of responsibility between the development team and production.
The customer's requirements are taken into account.
An internal production process release check must have been carried out in full before the first shipment of production items.
A production test has been carried out at the production location in accordance with the customer's requirements. Actions arising from the production test have been completed on time.
Proof is available of machine capability studies to cover all special characteristics.
Tools, test, measurement and inspection equipment are available in sufficient quantities.
A procedure to secure the launch must be described and installed in order to secure the launch phase and a robust production process.
A check on launch security must be carried out for all new and modified parts which need to be submitted for initial sample approval/release