Design - A Major Driver
Process design is normal practice, but little effort goes into simplifying, error proofing, and incorporating the right amount of automation. Day to day variation in process inputs, raw materials, parts, operator settings, etc… need to be identified, prioritized and error proofed or controlled.
Up Front Administrative and Engineering Processes
Application of value engineering to up front processes and systems has typically achieved 60% reduction in design defects, 25% improvement in engineering productivity and 50% reduction in design lead time.
Manufacturing Processes / Machines
Application of value engineering to manufacturing processes or machines has typically achieved 80% reduction in process adjustment points, 65% reduction in defects and 50% productivity improvements.