What is a change request?

A change request is a formal proposal to modify any document, deliverable, or baseline in the project. This can include changes to project scope, timelines, budgets, or other project documents due to various reasons such as new stakeholder requirements, unforeseen issues, or improvements identified during project execution.

The change request process is critical in project management as it ensures that all changes are documented, reviewed, and approved before implementation. This formalization helps maintain control over the project, ensures that all stakeholders are aware of changes, and provides a clear record in case of disputes or questions in the future.

In this context, the other choices do not accurately define a change request. A document outlining budget requirements refers to financial planning, not the modification process. A plan to communicate updates to stakeholders relates to stakeholder management and communication, while an evaluation of team performance focuses on evaluating team effectiveness rather than initiating changes within the project.