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Project Management & Agile · Intermediate

Value Engineering (VE)

Systematic approach to finding less costly ways to complete the same work while preserving function.

Definition

VE analyzes functions to reduce cost, improve quality, or shorten schedule without reducing required performance.

Example

Replacing custom middleware with a standard integration service that meets the same requirements.

Exam tip

VE preserves function; it is not cutting scope.

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