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This study is about the application of Value Engineering in order to increase the new parts supplier definition process of an automotive company. The stages of this process were analyzed and classified to determine how should be performed. New ideas were listed to improve the process and classified according to a variant of the FIRE method of evaluation that was suggested by the author of this study. In the timing sample survey of each performed function, was found out that the initials ones were in a lower level of the requested causing the increase of timing for the intermediate functions.

This work shows the “Value Methodology” application looking for to identify new alternatives for vehicular electrical energy system (battery, starter, generator, coils etc.). These alternatives must be feasible to the nowadays automobiles system. The electrical system studied in this job points out to engine with its main assembled options, or accessories, as air-conditioning, hydraulic power system (HPS), electrical lifter window, a thief deterrents alarm, door lockers, etc. Heavy electrical traffic conditions, which demand more energy, representing a bigger electrical charge, are being considered in this analysis. The main focus of this job is to show the internal parts reduction, meaning a better final cost to suppliers and carmakers, and consequently a better vehicle performance. Improvements achieved through this study must be appreciated.