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Forge 8D

Ford G8D / VDA 8D problem-solving desktop tool. Guided workflow from D0 emergency response through D8 team recognition, dual root cause analysis (Ishikawa + 5-Why), interim/corrective/preventive action (CAPA) tracking with effectiveness verification, AI report draft generation, claim & field issue management. Bidirectional .fex exchange linking SPC OOC events ↔ FMEA failure modes ↔ SOP revisions. Fully offline.

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Key Features

Complete 8D workflow that replaces Word templates and scattered spreadsheets.

Forge 8D — D0 Emergency Response Action
D0

Emergency Response

The moment a problem is detected, capture symptoms and launch Emergency Response Actions (ERA) to protect the customer and field.

Forge 8D — D1 Team Formation
D1

Team Formation

Assemble the cross-functional team, define roles, and give the investigation clear ownership from the start.

Forge 8D — D2 Problem Description
D2

Problem Description

Pin the problem down with Is/Is-Not and 5W2H precision so the team aligns on exactly what is — and is not — happening.

Forge 8D — D3 Containment Actions
D3

Containment Actions

Define and verify interim containment that keeps the defect away from the customer while root cause work proceeds.

Forge 8D — D4 Root Cause Analysis
D4

Root Cause Analysis

Run dual-track analysis for occurrence and escape with Ishikawa and 5-Why — local-AI assisted, always user-confirmed.

Forge 8D — D8 Closure and team recognition
D8

Closure & Recognition

Recognize the team and close the 8D with a complete, auditable record that ties every discipline together.

Forge 8D — progress dashboard

Dashboard & reports

Track every case across the D0–D8 workflow with deadline alerts, and export General, Ford G8D, or VDA 8D reports when you close.

Pricing

The tools are already free. License unlocks customization and advanced pro features.

Free
$0
Forever

Full 8D workflow including AI — unlimited projects and attachments.

  • Complete D0-D8 workflow
  • Ishikawa & 5-Why & Is/Is-Not
  • AI analysis & report generation
  • SPC & FMEA .fex integration
  • Unlimited projects & attachments
  • Watermarked output
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$150
per year

OEM templates, AI voice input, and watermark-free output.

  • No watermark on reports
  • Ford G8D & VDA 8D templates
  • AI voice input (Whisper STT)
  • Custom branding & report layout
  • Priority email support