values-based engineering

noun
UK /ˈvæljuːz beɪst ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/
US /ˈvæljuːz beɪst ˌɛndʒəˈnɪrɪŋ/

Building things in a way that follows what people believe is right and good.

The bridge was designed with values-based engineering so it would help the whole town and hurt no one.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way of making machines and structures that puts people's needs and morals first.

Values-based engineering made the playground safe and fun for every child.

3. Using shared beliefs to decide how technology should be built and used.

The team used values-based engineering to choose tools that protect privacy.

4. Designing solutions that match what a community cares about most.

Values-based engineering helped the village build a water system everyone trusted.