Change control

In this topic we discuss

Understand change control as the ability to manage variations and change requests in a controlled way.

Learning outcomes

1. Understand the purpose and importance of each stage of a typical change control process (such as request, initial evaluation, detailed evaluation, recommendation, update plans and implement) – and – Understand where these stages are different for linear and iterative life cycles.
2. Know what should be captured and recorded in change requests.
3. Know ways to assess options related to a proposed change and the high-level impact of the proposed change.
4. Understand how to justify recommendations about whether to approve, reject or defer changes.
5. Understand the importance of updating plans and schedules to reflect and communicate changes.