ISO 9001 and TS 16949 - Is the turtle format mandatory or can one use tabular format?

[QMS enquirer]

Is the turtle format mandatory or can one use tabular format?

[D.Scott]

There is no required format for process mapping although the turtle diagram is used in training given by AIAG. Most auditors like to see things in a familiar format but any good auditor will adjust to whatever you use. Personally, I find the turtle diagram as a very useful tool in process mapping.

Dave

[QMS enquirer]

Thanks Dave

[k.mccardell]

Can you show me examples of turtle diagrams?

Originally Posted by D.Scott

There is no required format for process mapping although the turtle diagram is used in training given by AIAG. Most auditors like to see things in a familiar format but any good auditor will adjust to whatever you use. Personally, I find the turtle diagram as a very useful tool in process mapping.

Dave

[Wes Bucey]

Originally Posted by k.mccardell

Can you show me examples of turtle diagrams?

Try this thread for a little more background:
Turtle maps and Flowcharts - How is everyone approaching Turtle maps and flowcharts?
and
Formats for Turtle Diagram Models for a Variety of Different System Models

Please come back with more questions if you have them.