Automotive SPICE Training

Lesson 1 • Framework Purpose and Scope

Defines what Automotive SPICE measures and what it does not cover. Clarifies scope boundaries so learners avoid common misconceptions.

Lesson 2 • Origins and Industry Context

Traces Automotive SPICE from ISO/IEC 15504 roots to its current automotive application. Connects historical evolution to present-day supplier and OEM expectations.

Lesson 3 • Core Terminology and Definitions

Introduces precise vocabulary required throughout the course. Accurate terminology prevents misinterpretation during assessments and audits.

Lesson 1 • Process Relationships and Dependencies

Illustrates how outputs from one process feed inputs to another. Understanding dependencies prevents gaps during assessment planning.

Lesson 2 • Engineering Process Group Deep Dive

Examines the system, software, and hardware engineering processes in detail. This group is the most assessed in supplier evaluations.

Lesson 3 • Management Process Group

Explains project management and measurement processes within the model. Management processes provide the governance layer over engineering activities.

Lesson 4 • Process Group Overview

Presents the three top-level process categories and their logical boundaries. Provides the mental map needed to locate any process quickly.

Lesson 1 • Generic Practices at Each Level

Maps generic practices to their corresponding process attributes. Assessors must link observed evidence to specific generic practices.

Lesson 2 • Generic Work Products and Resources

Identifies the work products and resources that serve as evidence for generic practices. Correct evidence collection is critical for defensible ratings.

Lesson 3 • Capability Level Scale Explained

Defines levels 0 through 5 and the criteria distinguishing each. A clear level scale is the foundation for all rating decisions.

Lesson 1 • Rating and Consolidation

Explains how individual assessor ratings are consolidated into team ratings. Consensus-based consolidation ensures objectivity and repeatability.

Lesson 2 • Assessment Reporting and Output

Defines required assessment outputs and report structure. A complete report enables sponsors to make informed improvement decisions.

Lesson 3 • Evidence Collection Techniques

Teaches document review, interviews, and observation as evidence sources. Multiple evidence types increase rating confidence and reduce bias.

Lesson 4 • Assessment Types and Objectives

Distinguishes self-assessments, internal assessments, and third-party assessments. Objective clarity determines scope, rigour, and resource requirements.

Lesson 1 • Requirements Engineering Processes

Examines stakeholder requirements elicitation and system requirements analysis. Requirements processes are the most frequently assessed engineering activities.

Lesson 2 • Integration and Testing Processes

Details software integration, system integration, and qualification testing. Each integration level has distinct entry criteria and required evidence.

Lesson 3 • Validation and Release Processes

Explains validation against stakeholder requirements and release criteria. Validation closes the loop between customer needs and delivered software.

Lesson 4 • Architectural Design Processes

Covers system and software architectural design process expectations. Architecture decisions must be documented and traceable to requirements.

Lesson 1 • Quality Assurance in Practice

Translates quality assurance process requirements into observable project activities. QA independence and objectivity are key assessment criteria.

Lesson 2 • Project Management Process

Addresses project planning, monitoring, and control process requirements. Project management evidence is required for capability level 2 achievement.

Lesson 3 • Configuration Management Execution

Covers baseline establishment, change control, and configuration audits. Effective configuration management underpins traceability across all engineering processes.

Lesson 4 • Problem and Change Management

Explains problem resolution and change request management process requirements. Closed-loop problem management is evidence of a managed process.

Lesson 1 • Closing Meeting and Feedback Delivery

Explains how to present findings clearly and constructively in closing sessions. Effective feedback delivery increases auditee acceptance of improvement actions.

Lesson 2 • Assessor Roles and Competencies

Defines competency requirements for lead assessors and team members. Role clarity prevents overlap and ensures all process areas receive adequate coverage.

Lesson 3 • Facilitated Interview Techniques

Teaches question design, active listening, and follow-up probing for assessments. Skilled interviewing surfaces evidence that documents alone cannot provide.

Lesson 4 • Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution

Addresses disagreements between assessors and between assessors and auditees. Constructive conflict resolution maintains assessment integrity and relationships.

Lesson 1 • Strategic Alignment with Business Goals

Links Automotive SPICE capability targets to product quality and business outcomes. Strategic alignment secures executive sponsorship for improvement programmes.

Lesson 2 • Improvement Roadmap Design

Guides creation of phased improvement plans with measurable milestones. A structured roadmap aligns improvement efforts with business objectives.

Lesson 3 • Monitoring Improvement Progress

Covers metrics, reassessment planning, and continuous feedback loops. Ongoing monitoring prevents regression and sustains capability gains.

Lesson 4 • Process Definition and Institutionalisation

Explains how to define standard processes and embed them in organisational practice. Institutionalisation is required for capability level 3 achievement.