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AQuA Pro FAQs

AQuA Pro – APQP Management Software

1. What is AQuA Pro?

AQuA Pro is Omnex Systems’ advanced, web-based APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP management software. It integrates DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and PPAP documentation into a single digital platform to streamline product development and quality planning.

2. How does AQuA Pro help in APQP project management?AQuA Pro simplifies APQP by digitizing and linking all project elements—requirements, risks, tasks, documents, and approvals—reducing manual work and ensuring consistency across teams. Dashboards show the real-time status of each APQP phase, milestones, and deliverables, making the project easier to manage

3. Can AQuA Pro support AIAG-VDA FMEA methodology?

Yes. AQuA Pro fully supports the AIAG-VDA FMEA Handbook including:

  • 7-step methodology

  • Action priority (AP) ratings

  • Linkage between Process Flow → PFMEA → Control Plan

It also supports AIAG 4th Edition and SAE J1739 FMEA standards.

4. What industries commonly use AQuA Pro?

AQuA Pro is used globally across:

  • Automotive & EV suppliers (Tier 1/2/3)

  • Aerospace & Defense

  • Medical Devices

  • Industrial/General Manufacturing

  • Precision engineering, electronics & mechatronics

Any company involved in NPI (New Product Introduction) or process changes can benefit.

5. How does AQuA Pro improve collaboration?

AQuA Pro provides a centralized platform where design, quality, engineering, production, and suppliers can work on shared documents. Real-time collaboration, comments, and controlled access prevent miscommunication and duplication of efforts.

6. Does AQuA Pro help in reducing errors in APQP?

Absolutely. By linking FMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flows, AQuA Pro eliminates inconsistencies that occur in spreadsheets. Automated change notifications ensure that when one document changes, dependent documents are updated.

7. Can AQuA Pro manage PPAP submissions?

Yes. AQuA Pro includes automated PPAP and First Article (FAI) documentation creation, submission workflows, approvals, and electronic signatures. It also maintains a full PPAP history for audits and customer requirements.

8. Is version control available in AQuA Pro?

Yes. AQuA Pro maintains:

  • Complete revision history

  • Document comparison

  • Approval trails

  • Change management logs

This ensures audit-readiness and eliminates document confusion.

9. Can suppliers use AQuA Pro?

Yes. Suppliers can be given controlled access to upload PPAP documents, complete FMEAs, or respond to corrective actions—while keeping your core documents secure.

10. Is AQuA Pro compliant with IATF 16949?

AQuA Pro is designed to support the requirements of IATF 16949, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and Control Plan documentation. It helps organizations demonstrate compliance during audits.

11. Can AQuA Pro reduce product launch time?

Yes. AQuA Pro accelerates NPI by:

  • Reusing templates and product-family FMEAs

  • Automating document creation

  • Real-time tracking of tasks and deadlines

  • Improving cross-team communication

Many organizations report significantly shorter APQP cycle times.

12. Does AQuA Pro integrate with other Omnex Systems modules?

Yes. AQuA Pro integrates seamlessly with:

  • Inspection Control (for Control Plan-driven inspection data)

  • Document Management Systems

  • Training/Learning modules

  • Audit and CAPA systems

This creates a full digital ecosystem for quality and product realization.

13. Is AQuA Pro cloud-based?

AQuA Pro is available as:

  • Cloud / SaaS (recommended for quick deployment)

  • On-premises installation for organizations with strict data policies

    Both options support enterprise-grade security.

14. Can AQuA Pro be customized?

Yes. Omnex Systems allows:

  • Custom project templates

  • Custom workflow approvals

  • Customer-specific PPAP forms

  • Industry-specific FMEA or Control Plan formats

This ensures the software adapts to your processes—not the other way around.

15. What kind of dashboards and analytics does AQuA Pro offer?

AQuA Pro provides real-time dashboards for:

  • APQP project status

  • Open actions and delays

  • PPAP readiness

  • FMEA action priority tracking

  • Risk heat maps

  • Launch readiness indicators

Managers get quick visibility to remove bottlenecks and make faster decisions.

16. Does AQuA Pro help reduce audit pain?

Yes. AQuA Pro centralizes all APQP/PPAP documentation with full traceability, making it easy to show auditors:

  • Revision history

  • Approval workflows

  • Linked FMEAs and control plans

  • Evidence of risk mitigation

Audit preparation becomes significantly faster and easier.

17. Does AQuA Pro support multi-plant or multi-customer setups?

Yes. Organizations with multiple factories, customers, or product lines can manage everything under a single, scalable platform with controlled access and project segregation.

18. How long does implementation typically take?

Depending on the size and complexity:

  • Small organizations: 4–6 weeks

  • Medium to large enterprises: 8–16 weeks

    Omnex Systems also provides onsite + online training, templates, and best practices.

19. Is training available for teams?

Yes. Omnex offers:

  • User training

  • Administrator training

  • APQP/FMEA methodology training

  • Supplier onboarding workshops

Optional advanced coaching is also available.

20. How do I get a demo of AQuA Pro?

You can request a live demonstration via www.omnexsystems.com, where Omnex consultants will walk you through the platform and show how it fits your APQP or NPI processes.