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CR — Change Request

A formal request proposing a modification to an existing design, document, system, process or asset.

Definition

A Change Request (CR) is a documented proposal to modify an existing design, engineering document, configuration, process, software application or physical asset. It records the reason for the proposed change, the requested modification, the expected impact and the approvals required before implementation. Change Requests form an essential part of formal change management processes.

Why It Matters

Change Requests provide controlled governance for modifications, ensuring changes are properly evaluated, approved, documented and traceable throughout their lifecycle.

In Practice

A Change Request is typically reviewed through a formal workflow involving technical evaluation, risk assessment, approval, implementation and verification before closure.

Common Misuse

A Change Request initiates the change process, whereas an Engineering Change Notice communicates the approved change after authorization.

Term Details
Synonyms:
CR; Change Request; Engineering Change Request
Classification:
Engineering Change Management
Document Type
Intermediate
Applications

Engineering Change Management; Configuration Management; Asset Management; Document Control; Project Management.

Where It's Used

Requesting equipment modifications.; Updating engineering drawings.; Revising software functionality.; Managing plant improvement projects.; Processing engineering changes.

References

ISO 9001

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