What is Change Control?

Change control is a formal process used to ensure that changes to a product or system are introduced in a controlled and coordinated manner. It involves documenting, assessing, and approving changes before they are implemented to minimize disruptions and risks. Change control processes typically include steps such as identifying the need for a change, submitting a change request, evaluating the impact of the change, obtaining approvals, planning the implementation, testing the change, and documenting the outcome. It is commonly used in software development, IT infrastructure management, and engineering projects to maintain stability, reliability, and traceability of modifications.