change management
Noun
Meaning
(computing) the controlled implementation of required changes to some system; includes version control and planned fallback
a structured approach to transitioning individuals, teams and organizations from a current state to desired future state, aimed at employee empowerment for accepting change in the work environment.
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Change management is usually overseen by a Change Review Board composed of representatives from key business areas, security, networking, systems administrators, Database administration, applications development, desktop support and the help desk.
Change management must also take into consideration the impact on offsite stored software media and documentation when authorizing a change such as a version upgrade.
"Change management is a perennial issue for CIOs because the context of change management is constantly changing," said Mark McDonald, head of research for Gartner Executive Programs at the Stamford, Conn.-based consultancy.
Change management procedures that are simple to follow and easy to use can greatly reduce the overall risks created when changes are made to the information processing environment.
Change management and accountability for performance will be more important than ever.