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Automotive SPICE® – Assessment, Process Design & Project Stabilization

With more than 20 years of experience in automotive and embedded systems, we help teams not only comply with ASPICE – but implement it productively and efficiently.

  • Gap Analysis
  • Process Engineering
  • Assessment Preparation
  • Level-2/Level-3 Enablement

What is ASPICE – and why is it so important today?

Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) evaluates not only whether processes exist, but whether they are *effective*. In modern software-defined vehicle projects, complexity, time-to-market pressure and regulatory requirements have increased significantly.

ASPICE provides structure, traceability and stability. Used correctly, it is not a bureaucratic model – but a development framework that improves quality and project control.

Where does DiNC-POSiTiVE support you?

Gap Analysis (NPLF Profile)

Evaluation of all relevant processes according to the NPLF scheme. Suitable for OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and software organizations.

Potential Analysis (Pre-Assessment)

Ideal before an official assessment: identify risks, review artifacts, prepare the storyline.

Assessment Preparation

Document review, artifact chains, team coaching, consistency checks and traceability analysis.

Process Engineering

Design of lean, practical processes – roles, workflows, templates and reviews without unnecessary overhead.

Our ASPICE Team

Our team combines deep technical understanding with process and assessment expertise. It includes Provisional Assessors, test managers, software and systems engineers, and experienced quality managers.

We do not view ASPICE as an audit topic – but as a development model that makes projects more stable, transparent and repeatable.

Typical Challenges in ASPICE Projects

Missing Artifact Chains

Requirements → Architecture → Design → Implementation → Tests are often not connected consistently.

No Measurable KPIs

GP2.1/GP2.2 are often underestimated – without KPIs there is no Level-2.

Unaligned Tool Landscape

Too many tools without a shared data foundation lead to fragmentation.

Unclear Roles & Responsibilities

Roles are poorly defined or not applied consistently in practice.

Incomplete Traceability

Traceability is often perceived as effort-intensive – yet it is the core quality anchor.

Project Stress Before SOP

Many organizations react too late – ASPICE helps identify bottlenecks early.

Missing Process Integration

Processes exist but are not bindingly implemented – a typical CL1 pitfall.

Lack of Maturity Transparency

Teams often do not know how close or far they are from Level 2/3 readiness.

How does an ASPICE Assessment work?

An ASPICE assessment evaluates how effectively development processes function and which evidence exists.

Typical sequence:

1. Define scope & tailoring
2. Collect artifacts & prepare the storyline
3. Conduct interviews with role owners
4. Evaluate processes using the NPLF rating
5. Create improvement plan & roadmap

All results are pragmatic, actionable and clearly structured.

Downloads, Templates & Tools (Free)

ASPICE Gap Analysis Template

A direct Excel template for evaluating all processes.

Assessment Storyline Template

Helps teams prepare artifacts in a clear and reviewable structure.

KPI Set GP2.1 & GP2.2

The key KPIs required for Level-2/3 evidence – structured and ready to use.

Review & Audit Checklists

Practical checklists based on real automotive projects.

Tech5 Podcast – Episode “Understanding ASPICE”

In our Tech5 podcast series, we discuss modern product development, diagnostic systems, innovation and ASPICE.

We explain common mistakes, effective practices, Level-2/3 misconceptions and pragmatic process improvements. This episode is valuable for both beginners and experienced engineers.

Talk to Our ASPICE Team

Whether gap analysis, Level-2/3 enablement or process development – we support you quickly and effectively.

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