7-step FMEA process   The AIAG & VDA FMEA handbook recommends a 7-step process to create FMEA, which is illustrated in the figure below.    Figure 1: Overview of the AIAG & VDA FMEA process   Step 1 – Planning and Preparation  involves defining the purpose of performing the FMEA, assembling a cross-functional team, selecting appropriate tools, establishing a timeline, and setting guidelines for the analysis. The first task is to determine the type of FMEA to be conducted, whe