Change Release Management Checklist

1. Planning Phase

  • Outline the boundaries of the change.
  • Specify what is included and excluded.
  • Document the context and rationale for the change.
  • Ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • List all parties affected by the change.
  • Define roles and responsibilities for each stakeholder.
  • Communicate roles clearly to stakeholders.
  • Involve stakeholders in the planning process.
  • Define clear, measurable objectives for the change.
  • Identify indicators for assessing success.
  • Align objectives with overall project goals.
  • Document criteria for evaluating outcomes.
  • Outline the approach for managing the change.
  • Include communication, training, and support plans.
  • Identify tools and resources needed.
  • Ensure stakeholder buy-in for the strategy.
  • Outline key milestones and deadlines.
  • Allocate time for each phase of the change.
  • Consider dependencies and resource availability.
  • Review timeline with stakeholders for feasibility.
  • Identify potential risks and their impact.
  • Evaluate likelihood and severity of risks.
  • Develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.
  • Document risks and review with stakeholders.

2. Development Phase

3. Testing Phase

4. Deployment Phase

5. Post-Deployment Phase

6. Compliance and Audit

7. Continuous Improvement

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