The request is either Approved for implementation, Rejected as unnecessary, or Deferred for a later release. Implementation and Testing
Must include a description of the change, the justification (why it's needed), and the priority level (low, medium, high, or emergency). Assessment and Analysis Change Control Software Development
A Change Control Board (CCB) or project lead reviews the findings. The request is either Approved for implementation, Rejected
They analyze how the change affects the current budget, project timeline, and existing code dependencies. Review and Approval Rejected as unnecessary
The change must pass automated and manual tests to ensure no new bugs are introduced into the system. Verification and Closure