Automotive safety concept development and review
Ensure your automotive systems align with safety goals and other functional requirements through DNV’s expert support in safety concept development and independent concept review.
Automotive safety concept development and review
Challenges in automotive safety
Automotive innovation brings new complexity and safety risks. As E/E systems take on critical roles in vehicle function and automation, developing a robust safety concept is essential. ISO 26262 requires a structured, risk-based approach starting with the concept phase to define functional and technical safety goals.
Early errors can have costly consequences, making rigorous thorough development and independent review crucial for ensuring compliance and building stakeholder trust.
How our safety concept services support you
DNV supports OEMs and suppliers in building ISO 26262-compliant safety concepts. Our service includes the structured development of functional and technical safety concepts, hazard analysis and risk assessment (HARA), and review of system architecture against ASIL requirements.
We provide both consultancy and independent review tailored to your development stage and project goals.
Trusted experts in automotive
DNV combines deep functional safety expertise with a practical understanding of automotive systems. Our assessors offer both strategic insight and technical accuracy, providing you with confidence in your safety concept design.
We act as partners - guiding you through critical decisions while helping you prepare for certification and audit readiness.
Benefits of our safety concept services
- Reduce risk of costly rework later in development.
- Gain confidence in ISO 26262 compliance from day one.
- Strengthen your internal safety culture and process maturity.
- Improve traceability and risk mitigation across lifecycle.
- Accelerate time to market with fewer project disruptions.
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