CCE Value Engineering & Analysis Flashcards
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What is the primary difference between Value Engineering and Cost Cutting?
Answer: VE maintains or improves function while reducing cost; cost cutting may sacrifice function
VE improves the value ratio by reducing cost while maintaining or improving required functions, whereas indiscriminate cost cutting often degrades performance or quality.
During which project phase does Value Engineering typically offer the greatest potential for cost savings?
Answer: Conceptual/design phase
VE studies conducted during the conceptual or early design phase offer the greatest potential savings because design changes are least expensive to implement at that stage.
In a FAST diagram, functions are linked by answering 'How?' moving in which direction?
Answer: Left to right
In a FAST diagram, moving left to right answers 'How?' — from higher-order (basic) functions toward lower-level supporting functions.
What term describes the VE output document summarizing proposed alternatives, expected savings, and implementation recommendations?
Answer: VE Proposal Report
The VE Proposal Report documents each accepted alternative with its function analysis, cost comparison, expected savings, and implementation plan.
Which of the following is a common barrier to implementing Value Engineering recommendations?
Answer: Resistance to change and 'first-cost' focused decision-making
Resistance to change and a focus solely on initial (first) cost rather than life-cycle cost are the most common barriers to VE implementation.
A secondary function in Value Engineering is one that:
Answer: Supports, enables, or sells the basic function
Secondary functions support, enable, or enhance the basic function and may be candidates for cost reduction without eliminating the product's primary purpose.