The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949:2016 is a global Quality Management System (QMS) standard developed specifically for the automotive industry. It aligns with the structure of ISO 9001:2015 and aims to ensure continuous improvement, focusing on defect prevention and reducing variation and waste in the supply chain. IATF 16949 is crucial for organizations involved in the automotive production, servicing, and assembly of parts and materials, establishing strict guidelines for managing product quality and reliability.