The goal of the HTSA is the development of a heat treat management system that provides for continual
improvement, emphasizing defect prevention and the reduction of variation and waste in the supply chain.
The HTSA, coupled with an internationally recognized quality management system and applicable
customer-specific requirements, defines the fundamental requirements for heat treat management systems.
The HTSA is intended to provide a common approach to a heat treat management system for automotive
production and service part organizations.