Value Engineering Webex Powerpoint - Haworth

VALUE ENGINEERING
Systems and Storage Best Practices
December 17, 2009
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Today’ss Objectives ……………
Today
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Understand methodology for Value Engineering
Recognize top Value Engineering approaches and tips
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Apply
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Identify creative alternatives and impact
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Value Engineering – July / December 2009
 Bid based projects
 Completed design work and RFP
 Optimal list pricing solution
 Results:
• Over 65 projects
• Average 14.5% list reduction
• Win rate increased 20% from current
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Methodology
 Response Strategy
o Understanding bid specifications
“shall have”
“must be included”
“must
must be available”
available
“provide”
“required”
o Determining bid “drivers”
drivers
A&D, Facilities
o Seeking clarification
 Product Selections
 Value Engineering Process
o Best solutions
o Optimal list price
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Value Engineering Categories
1. Product Application Efficiencies
o Optimal specification
o Most cost effective
o Meeting functional / aesthetic requirements
2 Ensuring
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Completeness
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o Avoiding redundancies and mistakes
o Accurate item count
o Application support / load
3. Providing Creative Alternatives
o Challenging bid assumptions
o Taking liberty / Customer needs
o Leveraging
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Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
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Efficiencies
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Panel modularity
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Panel heights
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Panel segments
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Panel surfaces
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Power access / routing options
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Planning with worksurfaces
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Floor support
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Product and functional options
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General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
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Panel
l Modularity
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Reduce the number of panels and components by using wider options equivalent to the initial footprint.
initial footprint.
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36”
$
36”
36”
24”
36”
60”
60”
36”
36”
36”
60”
36”
36
36”
36”
36
48”
36”
36”
36”
36”
36”
 13 Panels
 6 Panel Mounted Components
6 Panel Mounted Components
24”
60”
60”
 10 Panels
 4 Panel Mounted Components
4 Panel Mounted Components
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
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Panel
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Go low … use the lowest panel height possible. If the project criteria indicates a panel range; position on the low side. For example if the panel rage is 52” to 56” high. Specify the 50” height panel option if it does not compromise the application intent.
74”
68”
58”
42”
34”
50”
52”
56”
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
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Panel
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Surface Option
Least costly surface option.
$
Grade A
Fabric
Painted Steel
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Laminate
Wood
$$
 In a Fabric p
panel application
pp
use Grade “B” if
the project criteria calls out a Mid-Grade fabric
selection.
Standard Paint
Wood Group I
(Double Cut)
 If the project criteria does not indicate
a paint option always use Standard paint.
 If the project criteria does not indicate
wood specifics always use Wood Group I .
• Understand the drivers – durability or cost?
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Panel Segments
Use Monolithic panels in place of Segmented panels wherever possible. In this application the panel spine is vertically loaded with components. Use Monolithic panels as the segmented aesthetic will not be visible
Monolithic panels as the segmented aesthetic will not be visible.
Monolithic
$
Panel spine
with
components
Monolithic
Or
Segmented
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$$
Segmented
Monolithic
spine
Segmented
spine
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General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Panel – Power Access/Routing Options
Power location … if possible use base raceway power only. If beltline is required consider using a Desktop Port in place of a Technology Access Tile application.
$
Beltline
Power Access
Base
PDA - base height
Receptacles
$$
Beltline
Desktop Port with
receptacles
PDA - base height
Receptacles – base height
Note: All power path locations require
flexible power connectors; configuration
specific.
$$$$
$$$
Beltline
Base Raceway
Power Access
PDA – beltline/base height
Vertical Harness
Technology Access Tile
Receptacles
$$$$
Below
Worksurface
Standing
Height
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Adaptable Worksurfaces – Corner applications
Be creative with corner worksurface applications. (2) Rectangular WS
Straight Front Corner
Rectangular WS
Wrap Around Corner
Rectangular WS
Wrap Around Extended Corner
Rectangular WS
$
Non Handed
$$
Non Handed
* Worksurface width and corresponding panel widths
must be determined to maximize cost savings.
savings
$$$
Non Handed
$$$$
Handed
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Adaptable Worksurface - Support
Consider using the any of these product solutions as cost savings application if they do not compromise the design intent or product application guidelines.
Position the least costly End of Panel Run product solution $
End of Panel Run $$
$$$
A common application is to use a return panel (or) wing panel at the end of a panel run. However, this may not be the most cost effective solution.
$$$$
Use a Single Support Leg and a Side/Corner Bracket at the end of the panel run.
Use a Fixed Height Steel P‐Leg at the end of the panel run.
Use a Worksurface Support at the end of the panel run.
Use an Attached Pedestal at the end of the panel run; same depth as the worksurface.
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General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Adaptable
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Worksurface – Edge
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Edge Options – Laminate Worksurface
T-Mold
Position the least expensive Adaptable W k f
Worksurface edge option applicable. d
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Position the T‐Mold edge option as a cost savings option. Especially if it is a bid situation and the criteria specifies a 3mm radius.
The T‐Mold edge option has a 3mm edge radius. $
$$
Edgeband
Cascade
$$$
Knife Edge
$$$$
General Systems Application – Product Application Efficiencies
Storage Units
Use reduce depth pedestals if possible. Use least costly X Series pull style on storage units. Pull Style Options
$
Reduced Depth
Pedestal
$$
Full Depth
Pedestal
$ Least Costly
Lower storage pull options
J-Pull
Ellipse
$ Least Costly
Full height storage pull option
Ellipse
Session 1 Wrap Up
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Session 2
------------------------------------------------Product Application Efficiencies
Compose
PREMISE
UniGroup Too
Accuracyy and Completeness
p
Creative Alternatives – Impact
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Compose - Product Application Efficiencies
Top VE tactics:
Use largest tile segments
Use spanning glass stacks for multiple panels (up to 96”)
Use spanning trim for multiple panels (up to 120”)
Use monolithic tile to floor applications
Do not specify vertical light blocks unless required
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Compose - Product Application Efficiencies
Top VE tactics:
Position new thin profile steel vs. full profile aluminum trim
Use fabric Grade A tile, standard core
Use laminate tiles vs. steel if hard surfaces are required
Use beltline / non beltline retrofit kit for power/data access
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
PREMISE - Product Application Efficiencies
Top VE tactics:
Use solid monolithic panels (NMFF)
Use tallest monolithic panel as base panel for stacking
Use monolithic removable surfaces only if “removable” is required
Specify full height connectors vs. stacking connectors
Specify single pane glass vs. double pane glass
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
PREMISE - Product Application Efficiencies
Top VE tactics:
Position standard top cap vs. grooved top cap
Use standard acoustical fabric options for segmented panels
Consider monolithic panel power data field port
Consider PREMISE wing wall for space division
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
UniGroup Too - Product Application Efficiencies
Top VE tactics:
If segments required, segment the exterior, monolithic interior
Use standard basic monolithic panel if “removable” is not required
Use desktop port if worksurface height power is required
Use finish posts only if required
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Accuracy and Completeness
Specification
 Specify
p
y cantilevers into shared/pairs
p
((v. each))
 Verify package count : receptacles, wire managers, etc.
 Brackets: side brackets vs. cantilevers
Process
 Price in multiple pack configurations (8-10)
 Specials: identify order quantities for tiered pricing
 Base bid pricing: include alternatives as an up-charge
 Consult p
price and specification
p
g
guides for application,
pp
,
support and load guidelines
Systems and General Best Practices Checklist
Reviews top items – general,
general product specific
Checkpoint review on pending projects
Updated on on-going VE process
Available product section DNet
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation
2+2+2+2 Spine
Segmented Panels
Grade
Grade C Fabric
 Power – Beltline/Returns
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces
 3mm edge band
 Upper Storage – (2) 24
24”
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal
- 36” W lateral
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation VE Actions
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
- 24% list reduction
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-mold edge band
- 2% list reduction
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
- 3% list reduction
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 30”
- 2% list reduction
Total list reduction = 31%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation
2+2+2+2 Spine to 4+4
Segmented to Mono Spine
Grade C Fabric to Grade B Fabric
 Power – Beltline/Returns to Spine Only
 Extended Corner Worksurfaces to Rectangular
 3mm edge band to T-Mold
 Upper Storage – (2) 24” to 48”
 Lower Storage – 24” D pedestal to 18”
- 36” W lateral to 24”
Total List Reduction = 31%
Compose 8 x 6 Workstation - Creative
 Remove end of run return panel
 Replace with 24” D WSSP
Total List Reduction = 37%
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
H. Grade A fabric
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments
g
– monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Creative Alternatives - Impact
Compose Example – Considerations:
A. Panel Segments – monolithic
B. Spanning Glass and Trim
C. Removal of leg or WSSP – replace with pedestal
storage
D. Power – use of beltline retrofit kit
E. Grade A Fabric
F. Rectangular worksurfaces (vs. Extended Corner)
G. T-Mold edge option
Project Results: 13.5% reduction on list
Value Engineering – Systems and Storage Best Practices
Summary
 Consider exact bid requirements
 Apply best application efficiencies
 Double check for accuracy
 Take creative license
 Use Systems Best Practices Checklist
 Realize best optimal list savings
Wrap Up
Questions?
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