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Management of Change Process
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Agenda
• Definition of change• Why are changes necessary?• Possible impacts of changes• Example of an effective management of
change process• 5 ways to minimize resistance against a
management of change process
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Definition of “Change”
Based on the Larousse
ChangeNoun or mass nounVerb with or without an object
• Transformation, evolution, modification which results in something not being the same.
• To change means to modify or transform something and change it to some degree without altering its essential nature.
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Impacts on Safety
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Impacts Resulting From Changes
Maintenance Costs• May result in multiple rework• Non value added modifications performed • Repair time is longer because the parts, drawings or
procedures were not updated after a change• Often prohibitive costs (blank cheque principle)• Use of sub-contractors or overtime to carry out work• Pressure to add “non-standard” items to the inventory
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Conclusion
A Management of Change Process Can:• Minimize potential impacts on safety, the environment and
reliability• Support maintenance cost reduction initiatives • Help promote changes that have the most added value for the
business• Be simple but still be effective
