The Story of Value Analysis

An interview with Larry Miles, founder of Value Analysis, who provides the history and background of the development of Value Analysis methodology during the period - early 1940's to 1957.  

It introduces Roy E Fountain who was Larry's Advanced Value Research person in General Electric. 

It also introduces J.K. (Dusty) Fowkles who served under Larry for Specialty Materials and Processes.

A Tribute to Lawrence D. Miles

In 2015, after 30 years had passed since Larry Miles passed away, the Foundation promoting his legacy interviewed some of the VE professionals that were fortunate to work with him in person. 

We prepared this small video as a tribute to the person Larry was.

 [See it with English Subtitles]

Miles Value Foundation Legacy

A short biography of Larry Miles, the methodology he created, and why it is so important to you!

The Man and His Idea

This 17-minute video is narrated by Eleanor Miles shortly after Larry Miles' death. 

This home video in the backyard of the Miles' home is about the many awards presented to Larry and much of the history of VA/VE. 

Their home on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay is called "Reflections", which accurately depicts the beautiful sunset view. 

Eleanor reads material from panels erected for this presentation. Much of the history of Larry's work is described. Larry was always indebted to General Electric for its support of his love for Value Analysis. Of his many awards, Eleanor tells us that Larry treasured his final award from GE the most. 

Eleanor gives us a pleasant surprise by showing us the imperial Medal awarded to Larry and presented to Eleanor by the Japanese government and some details about the award ceremony.

The Man and His Idea

This 17-minute video is narrated by Eleanor Miles shortly after Larry Miles' death. 

This home video in the backyard of the Miles' home is about the many awards presented to Larry and much of the history of VA/VE. 

Their home on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay is called "Reflections", which accurately depicts the beautiful sunset view. 

Eleanor reads material from panels erected for this presentation. Much of the history of Larry's work is described. Larry was always indebted to General Electric for its support of his love for Value Analysis. Of his many awards, Eleanor tells us that Larry treasured his final award from GE the most. 

Eleanor gives us a pleasant surprise by showing us the imperial Medal awarded to Larry and presented to Eleanor by the Japanese government and some details about the award ceremony.