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2.3 – Analyse and forecast impact of changes to the
schedule
By the end of this chapter, you should be able
to:
➢ Explain the meaning and processes of a change
control system
➢ Outline key issues to be considered when analysing and forecasting
the impact of
change
➢ Summarise what IA means and
entails.
Change management
Change management is a process in which potential changes to
your project are formally introduced and approved. The process should involve
everyone that may be affected by the implementation of the change and take
everything into account; for example, the environment, the strengths and weaknesses
of the project team and the competition. Thoughtful planning and sensitive
implementation are necessary. Any change that is introduced should be achievable,
realistic and measurable.
Change control system
When stakeholders submit a change request during the
process of your project, they should do so using the change control system that
you decided on at the start of your project.
You should have already have planned
for possible changes and should have change control systems in place. Control
systems are formal processes that are developed at the start of a project and used to
ensure any changes are introduced in a controlled manner.
Your change control system
may include a sequence of six steps:
➢ Record
➢ Assess
➢ Plan
➢ Build and test
➢ Implement
➢ Gain acceptance.
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Analysing and forecasting the impact of change
Once a change has been requested,
you must assess and predict the impact that it will have on all aspects of your
project, including your schedule. In order to achieve this, you may wish to
discuss the potential change with everyone that will be involved. This will allow
you to gain an insight into the impact of this change from all perspectives.
Consider the following questions:
➢
Does the change support your overall project
plan?
