This change management policy template has 3 pages and is a MS Word file type listed under our business plan kit documents.
Sample of our change management policy template:
CHANGE MANAGEMENT POLICY PURPOSE The purpose of this Change Management Policy is to establish guidelines and procedures for managing changes to [COMPANY NAME]'s systems, processes, and organizational structure. This Policy aims to ensure that changes are effectively planned, implemented, and communicated, minimizing disruptions, and maximizing the success of change initiatives. SCOPE This Policy applies to all employees, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders involved in the planning and execution of changes within [COMPANY NAME]. It encompasses changes related to technology, processes, policies, procedures, and organizational structure. CHANGE CATEGORIES Changes are categorized as follows: Minor Changes: Routine changes that have minimal impact on operations and can be managed with limited documentation and communication. Major Changes: Significant changes that may affect multiple departments, require thorough planning, documentation, and communication, and have the potential to impact business operations. CHANGE REQUEST AND APPROVAL Change Request: Any proposed change must be documented in a formal change request, detailing the nature of the change, its objectives, scope, impact assessment, and the resources required. Approval Process: Change requests will be reviewed and approved by the Change Advisory Board (CAB) or relevant authority, based on the change's category and impact. CHANGE PLANNING Change Plan: For major changes, a comprehensive Change Plan will be developed, outlining the timeline, resources, responsibilities, and risk assessment.
