Management of Change (MOC) is a methodical approach to implementing significant or potentially dangerous organizational changes. A formal change management process is a legal requirement for some industries and other companies do it as a best practice. The objective of a change management strategy is to ensure all affected personnel are on board with significant business or process changes.
Does My Business Need It?
If you have safety or quality concerns at your company, then you could probably benefit from a formal management of change plan. If you want ensure all affected departments are aware of and prepared for a change, then tracking those change management requests is critical. If you are using Word docs and spreadsheets then you are drowning in paper. There is a better way and it is easier and more affordable than you think.