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Value Engineering & Management Solutions
Value Based Design is a leader in Value Engineering and Management, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance project outcomes across diverse industries. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in applying rigorous methodologies like the SAVE 6-step process to drive cost savings, improve efficiency, and foster collaboration. Our expertise spans construction, healthcare, energy, and product development, where we leverage virtual and in-person workshops to maximize stakeholder engagement. We prioritize Function Analysis, Life Cycle Costing, and Choosing by Advantages to ensure clients achieve optimal value.

Backed by a proven track record of $56 ROI for every $1 invested in Virtual Integrated Team workshops, we combine technical excellence with adaptive problem-solving to meet evolving challenges. Our commitment to client-centric results is reflected in testimonials highlighting breakthrough innovations, streamlined processes, and exceptional facilitation by certified professionals like John Sloggy. By integrating Value Management into project phases from concept to execution, we empower organizations to exceed performance benchmarks while maintaining quality and compliance.
Services
Value Engineering VM Training Collaborative VE Healthcare Value Analysis Energy VE
Highlights and features
  • We offer 20+ years of experience in Value Engineering across public and private sectors.
  • Our virtual workshops achieve 56x ROI compared to traditional methods.
  • We implement Choosing by Advantages for data-driven decision-making.
  • Our team includes registered engineers with specialized Value Management certifications.
  • We provide tailored training programs for sustainable organizational innovation.
Associations and certifications
  • Certified Value Specialist (CVS)
What people say
Groundbreaking new product Outstanding collaboration Efficient VA workshops 56x ROI achieved Exceptional facilitation skills
Services
Value Engineering
Value Engineering identifies cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality through systematic analysis. Our approach combines Function Analysis, Life Cycle Costing, and collaborative workshops to enhance project value. Clients benefit from billions in taxpayer savings for public infrastructure and improved margins for private projects.
VM Training
Our VM Training programs teach the SAVE methodology and Choosing by Advantages for effective decision-making. Participants gain hands-on experience in mock workshops led by certified engineers. Training improves organizational innovation capabilities and prepares teams for real-world Value Management applications.
Collaborative VE
Collaborative Value Engineering engages stakeholders through virtual or in-person workshops. The Integrated Team Model increases participation, fosters cross-functional communication, and generates 30% more ideas than traditional methods. This approach ensures stakeholder buy-in and accelerates implementation of high-impact solutions.
Healthcare Value Analysis
Healthcare Value Analysis reduces operational costs while maintaining care quality. We optimize medical equipment procurement, facility construction, and administrative processes. Our methodology lowers expenses by 15-25% through supplier collaboration and streamlined clinical workflows.
Energy VE
Energy Value Engineering improves resource allocation for power generation and infrastructure projects. We apply technical rigor to equipment design, site development, and maintenance planning. Clients achieve 20%+ savings in capital expenditures while meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
People
John Sloggy
Lead Value Engineer
John Sloggy is a Certified Value Specialist with 25+ years of experience in Value Engineering. He has led over 100 workshops for federal agencies and Fortune 500 companies, specializing in construction and product innovation. John integrates Functional Innovation into development processes to create market-disrupting solutions.
Vivian Gilles
Training Director
Vivian Gilles oversees Value Management certification programs with expertise in facilitation and curriculum development. She has trained 500+ professionals in the SAVE methodology and Choosing by Advantages. Vivian's workshops combine theoretical instruction with practical application on real-world projects.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work with construction, healthcare, energy, and product development sectors, including federal agencies like USACE and Bureau of Reclamation.
How does virtual Value Engineering work?
Our virtual workshops use collaborative platforms to engage 15-30 stakeholders simultaneously, maintaining productivity while reducing travel costs by 70%.
What ROI can I expect?
Clients typically achieve $29-$56 savings for every $1 invested, with Virtual Integrated Team workshops delivering the highest returns.
Do you offer onsite training?
We provide both onsite and virtual training programs tailored to organizational needs, including SAVE certification and Choosing by Advantages workshops.
How do you ensure implementation of recommendations?
Our Development Phase includes detailed implementation plans with cost-benefit analyses, ensuring 85%+ adoption rates of proposed solutions.