The document discusses collaborative value engineering (CVE) and its role in fostering interaction among value engineering practitioners to enhance knowledge sharing and teamwork. It highlights the concept of clusters, both geographical and non-geographical, as well as the transition from traditional continuous improvement to collaborative improvement processes facilitated by platforms like Web 2.0 and wikis. The CVE initiative aims to enrich the body of knowledge in value engineering while promoting collaboration and effective networking among stakeholders in the field.