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Apqp

by hashgraph-online in hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before…

MITAuto-check passedBusiness, Finance & HR

Install Apqp

skills CLI
$ npx skills add hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins --skill apqp -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins apqp --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/plugins/RBraga01/Quality-Engineering-Skills/skills/planning/apqp .claude/skills/apqp && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
apqp
GitHub stars
1.2k
Token cost
~2.6k tokens
SKILL.md length
1,150 words
Files
2 (incl. references)
Skills in repo
686
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before…

  • Works in 5 steps: Plan and Define Program → Product Design and Development → Process Design and Development → …
  • Launching a new part
  • SKILL.md covers When to use, Prerequisites, Workflow and Validation criteria, plus 3 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Apqp is an agent skill from hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before Start of Production (SOP). Use when launching a new part, managing an APQP project, or auditing APQP completeness. Covers AIAG APQP 2nd edition and IATF 16949 §8.3.

Its SKILL.md is about 2.6k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 2 other files, including reference files (for example `references/phase-deliverables.md`).

It sits in Business, Finance & HR, covering Operations and SOPs and Product launch strategy. The repository describes itself as: A curated list of awesome OpenAI Codex / ChatGPT plugins, skills, and resources. The 1 Codex Marketplace. See live plugins at: https://hol.org/plugins/best-codex-plugins. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Launching a new part
  • Managing an APQP project
  • Auditing APQP completeness

Example prompts

  • “/apqp”

Workflow steps

5 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Plan and Define Program
  2. Product Design and Development
  3. Process Design and Development
  4. Product and Process Validation
  5. Feedback, Assessment and Corrective Action

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 78497e5. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md.

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Apqp loads about 2.6k tokens when it runs, and up to ~6.5k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 92 tokens; SKILL.md has 1,150 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~92
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.6k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~6.5k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins at commit 78497e5, republished under its MIT licence (© hashgraph-online). 1,150 words, ~2,650 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/apqp/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 1 other file; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
apqp
description
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before Start of Production (SOP). Use when launching a new part, managing an APQP project, or auditing APQP completeness. Covers AIAG APQP 2nd edition and IATF 16949 §8.3.
license
MIT
metadata.author
RBraga01
metadata.version
1.1
metadata.iso-9001
8.3
metadata.iatf-16949
8.3
metadata.aiag-reference
AIAG APQP 2nd Edition
metadata.domain
quality-engineering
metadata.subdomain
planning
metadata.industries
automotive,electronics,aerospace,medical,general
metadata.status
approved

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

When to use

Use this skill when:

  • A new product or part is being launched and a structured quality plan is needed
  • Managing an APQP project and tracking deliverables across phases
  • Conducting an APQP gate review to assess launch readiness
  • A customer requests an APQP status report or phase completion confirmation
  • Auditing whether a supplier's APQP process is adequate

Prerequisites

  • Customer requirements, specifications, and drawings (or RFQ package)
  • Programme timing (SOP date, PPAP submission date, prototype gates)
  • Nominated APQP team (cross-functional: engineering, quality, purchasing, manufacturing, logistics)
  • Customer APQP template if OEM-specific format required

Workflow

Overview — The 5 APQP Phases
Phase 1          Phase 2          Phase 3          Phase 4          Phase 5
Plan & Define → Product Design → Process Design → Product & Process → Feedback &
                & Development   & Development      Validation         Corrective Action
     ↓               ↓               ↓                ↓                  ↓
  Program         Prototype       Pre-launch         PPAP              SOP +
  approval         build           build           submission          Production

All phases run with concurrent engineering — phases overlap and teams work in parallel.

Phase 1 — Plan and Define Program

Objective: Understand customer requirements and define what the product must do.

Key deliverables:

DeliverableDescription
Voice of the Customer (VOC)Customer wants, needs, expectations — translated to measurable requirements
Design GoalsProduct performance targets derived from VOC
Reliability and Quality GoalsTarget failure rate, warranty targets, Cpk targets
Preliminary Bill of MaterialsDraft BOM from design intent
Preliminary Process FlowHigh-level process sequence
Preliminary Special CharacteristicsInitial list of critical/significant characteristics
Product Assurance PlanQuality plan for the programme
Management SupportSigned-off programme charter with resources and timing

Gate 1 pass criteria:

  • Customer requirements documented and agreed
  • Feasibility confirmed (technical and commercial)
  • Team chartered and timing plan approved
  • Special characteristics list preliminary but complete
Phase 2 — Product Design and Development

Objective: Translate customer requirements into a product design with verified characteristics.

Key deliverables:

DeliverableDescription
DFMEADesign FMEA — all failure modes analysed, H-AP items addressed
Design Verification Plan (DVP)Test plan linked to DFMEA failure modes
Drawing and Specification ReleaseFully released engineering drawings and 3D data
Material SpecificationsRaw material specs, supplier approval plan
Drawing and Specification ChangesChange management process in place
New Equipment and ToolingList of new equipment/tooling required
Special Product and Process CharacteristicsUpdated with design detail
Gauge PlanMSA requirement list — which characteristics need MSA studies
Prototype Control PlanControl plan for prototype builds
Prototype BuildPrototype parts manufactured and tested
Engineering DrawingsReleased and approved

Gate 2 pass criteria:

  • DFMEA complete with all H-AP actions closed
  • DVP complete and test execution started
  • Prototype build results acceptable
  • All special characteristics identified and confirmed
  • No outstanding major design concerns
Phase 3 — Process Design and Development

Objective: Design and verify the manufacturing process.

Key deliverables:

DeliverableDescription
Packaging StandardsPackaging design, labelling, MMOG/LE if required
Product/Process Quality System ReviewInternal quality system audit against customer requirements
Process Flow ChartDetailed process flow for all operations
Floor Plan LayoutManufacturing floor layout approved
Characteristics MatrixMatrix linking process steps to product characteristics
PFMEAProcess FMEA — all failure modes, AP ratings, H-AP actions complete
Pre-Launch Control PlanControl plan for pre-launch production
Process InstructionsWork instructions for all operations
MSA PlanGauge R&R plan for all measurement systems
Preliminary Process Capability Study PlanPlan for capability studies on special characteristics
Packaging SpecificationsFinal packaging specs including OEM labelling

Gate 3 pass criteria:

  • PFMEA complete, H-AP actions closed or formally accepted
  • Pre-launch Control Plan approved
  • Process instructions complete for all operations
  • Tooling and equipment installed and qualified
  • No unresolved open issues blocking pre-launch build
Phase 4 — Product and Process Validation

Objective: Validate the production process and prepare for PPAP submission.

Key deliverables:

DeliverableDescription
Production Trial RunSignificant Production Run (minimum run to PPAP requirements)
MSA StudiesGauge R&R completed for all special characteristics
Preliminary Process CapabilityCpk study on special characteristics (target ≥ 1.67)
Production Part Approval (PPAP)All 18 PPAP elements complete and submitted
Production Validation TestingFinal validation tests on production parts
Packaging EvaluationProduction packaging validated
Production Control PlanFinal production control plan approved
Quality Planning Sign-OffCustomer approval of PPAP and APQP completion
Management Support Sign-OffInternal management approval for SOP

Gate 4 pass criteria (= PPAP approval):

  • Significant production run completed (minimum 300 consecutive parts per AIAG PPAP 4th ed §4.0, unless the customer specifies otherwise in writing)
  • Dimensional results 100% conforming
  • Cpk ≥ 1.67 on all special characteristics (or customer-approved deviation)
  • %GRR < 30% for all MSA studies
  • PPAP submitted and customer approval received
  • No open concerns from validation testing
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Phase 5 — Feedback, Assessment and Corrective Action

Objective: Continuous improvement after SOP — close the loop on any issues found in production.

Key activities:

ActivityDescription
Reduced variationMonitor process capability, reduce common-cause variation
Improved customer satisfactionTrack warranty, field returns, and customer scorecards
Improved delivery and serviceMonitor OTD (on-time delivery) and logistics performance
Lessons learnedDocument lessons learned for future programmes
Control Plan updatesUpdate based on production data and any quality escapes
PFMEA updatesUpdate based on field failures and warranty data

Phase 5 is ongoing. There is no defined end gate — it runs for the life of the programme.

APQP timing — rule of thumb
MilestoneTypical timing before SOP
Programme approval / Phase 1 complete18–24 months
Design release / Phase 2 complete12–15 months
Process design complete / Phase 3 complete8–10 months
PPAP submission4–6 months
PPAP approval (customer)3–4 months
Pre-production builds2–3 months
SOP0

Automotive OEM programmes vary — always confirm with the customer's APQP coordinator.

Validation criteria

At each gate review, verify:

  • All deliverables for the phase are complete (not "in progress")
  • No open H-AP items in DFMEA or PFMEA without approved actions
  • No outstanding design or process concerns without a documented resolution plan
  • Team sign-off obtained from all functions (quality, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing)
  • Customer confirmation received before advancing to next phase

Gate reviews are STOP gates — do not advance until all criteria are met.

Common mistakes

  • Starting Phase 2 before customer requirements are fully understood and documented (Phase 1 incomplete)
  • PFMEA created after process is already running — it must drive process design, not document it
  • Production trial run shorter than 300 consecutive parts without written customer authorisation — the PPAP samples must come from this run; a shorter run requires an explicit customer waiver
  • Capability studies run on off-tool or pre-production parts — must be from production tooling
  • Prototype Control Plan used for PPAP submission — production control plan must be separate
  • MSA studies done after PPAP submission — must be complete before PSW is signed
  • Phase 5 never started — APQP is treated as "done" at SOP rather than as a continuous loop
  • Lessons learned not captured — same problems recur on next programme

Output Format

At the start of each use, ask the user:

"How would you like to receive the output? A — Structured Markdown (formatted tables and sections, ready to copy) B — Plain tables (simplified structure for Excel or Word) C — Narrative report (flowing text for a formal document or email)

Default: A."

Adapt all output sections to the chosen format. If the platform or session context already defines a format preference, skip this question.

Changelog

VersionDateAuthorChange
1.02026-06-06@RBraga01Initial release
1.12026-06-06@migmccAdded 300-part production trial run minimum to Gate 4 criteria and Common Mistakes

© hashgraph-online, MIT. Rendered from Markdown: HTML in the file is shown as text, images as links, and headings moved down two levels. Raw file

Files

SKILL.md and 1 other file (references) in plugins/RBraga01/Quality-Engineering-Skills/skills/planning/apqp of hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins.

  • SKILL.md
  • references/phase-deliverables.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 78497e5

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Questions about Apqp

What does Apqp do?

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before…. Apqp is an agent skill from hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins. Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) — plan and track a new product launch through all 5 phases, identify deliverables per phase, run gate reviews, and ensure quality outputs are complete before Start of Production (SOP).

When should I use Apqp?

Apqp fits situations like: launching a new part; managing an APQP project; auditing APQP completeness.

How do I install Apqp in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins --skill apqp -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (plugins/RBraga01/Quality-Engineering-Skills/skills/planning/apqp in hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins) into .claude/skills/apqp in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Apqp in Codex?

Run `npx skills add hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins --skill apqp -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (plugins/RBraga01/Quality-Engineering-Skills/skills/planning/apqp in hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins) into .agents/skills/apqp in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Apqp in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins --skill apqp -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/apqp, .gemini/skills/apqp, .github/skills/apqp and .opencode/skills/apqp in your project.

What does Apqp need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Apqp is instructions for the agent only.

Does Apqp access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Apqp safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Apqp use?

Apqp is published under the MIT licence (declared in SKILL.md). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Apqp use?

About 2.6k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 11k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 3.8k tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

What are the alternatives to Apqp?

Skills that share tags, products or a category with Apqp: Campaign Plan (indranilbanerjee/digital-marketing-pro, 855 stars), Import Sop (indranilbanerjee/digital-marketing-pro, 855 stars), Founder Video (pexoai/pexo-skills, 801 stars) and Stockbee Episodic Pivot Analyzer (tradermonty/claude-trading-skills, 3k stars). The comparison table on this page puts their stars, adoption, token cost, safety result and licence side by side.

Who maintains Apqp?

hashgraph-online (a GitHub organization) maintains it in hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins, which has 1,242 GitHub stars. The repository holds 686 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on October 8, 2026.

Source: hashgraph-online/awesome-codex-plugins on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.