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Blog post (review): Product safety, RAPEX and cybersecurity symposium – a complete success

Blog post (review): Product safety, RAPEX and cybersecurity symposium – a complete success

A day full of valuable impulses, expertise and exchange The Product Safety, RAPEX and Cybersecurity symposium took place in Frankfurt on March 26, 2025 – and it proved to be an outstanding industry event with consistently positive feedback.At a time when product safety, risk assessments and cybersecurity are increasingly taking center stage, the event provided…

Tailor-made knowledge for maximum product safety – our new industry-specific training courses

Tailor-made knowledge for maximum product safety – our new industry-specific training courses

The demands placed on companies in the area of product safety are constantly increasing – but they are as varied as the industries themselves. Over the last year and a half, we at Mark Haacke Automotive GmbH have increasingly observed that our customers are looking for specific solutions to their respective challenges. We have now…

Symposium: Product Safety – Batteries, AI & Cybersecurity, SAGA – GPSR

Symposium: Product Safety – Batteries, AI & Cybersecurity, SAGA – GPSR

Date: October 29, 2025Location: Mark Haacke Automotive GmbH, Savignystraße 63, 60325 Frankfurt am MainTime: 09:00 – 17:00Participation fee: € 490 (incl. catering & exclusive access to the lecture recordings)Combined price for both conferences: € 950 (on 25.09. + 29.10.) Focus of the event Products are becoming increasingly complex – particularly due to digital components, networked…

RGA / APQP – Maturity Level Assurance & Advanced Product Quality Planning

RGA / APQP – Maturity Level Assurance & Advanced Product Quality Planning

Increasing competitive pressure and growing customer requirements in the automotive and supplier industry mean that a reliable and structured approach to planning new products and processes has become indispensable. RGA (maturity level assurance) and APQP (advanced product quality planning) are two established control methods that ensure the successful implementation of projects and a reliable start…

CSR training – Customer-specific requirements in the automotive industry

CSR training – Customer-specific requirements in the automotive industry

In the modern automotive industry, companies face a variety of challenges. In addition to the requirements of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, they must also take into account the so-called “Customer Specific Requirements” (CSR). These CSRs extend and specify industry standards and are often contractually required by OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) or other customers in…

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Thomas Fricke

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Thomas Fricke

Thomas Fricke is the founder of Fricke Business Solutions and has over 30 years of industry experience in the automotive and mechanical and plant engineering sectors. As a mechanical engineer and business economist, he has in-depth technical and commercial knowledge. His previous roles include Global QM Manager for a renowned group and today he works…

PSB upgrade

PSB upgrade

With a comprehensive revision of this industry standard, the Product Safety Representative has been given additional tasks and responsibilities, which are now reflected in the role of the PSCR – Product Safety and Representative. If you have not yet upgraded to PSCR, we can offer you the opportunity to do so in a one-day course….

PSCR update

PSCR update

Description The role of the PSCR (Product Safety & Conformity Representative) is an industry standard that is required by almost all vehicle manufacturers throughout the entire supply chain. Many vehicle manufacturers now require annual refresher training. This requirement ensures that those responsible for PSCR are always up to date with the latest legal requirements. Only…

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