LZA's principals have applied VE to construction projects, manufactured products, and management processes for over 20 years. In the more than 2,500 projects we have analyzed, LZA's professionals have learned the critical factors that ensure success, and have developed a VE approach that can be adapted to meet each client's needs.
LZA's approach to Value Engineering is distinguished by several factors:
 | LZA applies Function Analysis, FAST Diagramming, Cost/Energy/Life Cycle Cost Modeling, and Risk Analysis to achieve results, and to develop realistic implementation strategies for our clients;
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| LZA developed the Project Value Objectives questionnaire, which is currently used by several of our process industry clients as a Value Improving Practice, to define a project's functions and goals and understand the factors driving the project; |
| LZA stresses communication with our clients and encourages stakeholder involvement in the VE process to ensure that the results are accurate and can be implemented;
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| LZA's VE approach is defined in a formal Quality Assurance Program and is ISO 9000 certified; and
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| LZA works with our clients to ensure that the best alternatives can be implemented. Implementation tends to be the owner's most difficult challenge and, therefore, requires planning and follow-through. |
