What are the benefits of Certification to ISO/TS 16949 with BSI?

ISO 9001:2000, upon which ISO/TS 16949:2002 is based, encourages the use of a process-based approach. Understanding the interrelationship of processes within the organization through the use and application of standards enables improved product and process quality.
Also, organizations can be certified against one international automotive management system standard instead of having to meet requirements from multiple standards such as QS-9000, VDA-6 etc. This may mean:

• A common quality system approach in the supply chain for development and consistency, allowing organizations within the supply chain to work more effectively together.
• Common language, which will improve understanding of quality requirements, making implementation and maintenance of the system easier.