Role: Change Authority
The Change Authority has the power to authorize a change. This right may be provided to a manager, an executive, or a team of people.
Role Sets: Change Management Roles
Relationships

Authorize ChangeChange_Authority
Additionally Performs
Modifies
Main Description

Responsibilities

  • Reviews all assessments concerning a proposed change
  • Weighs the pros and cons of the proposed change
  • Makes the final decision concerning whether the change is authorized or not
Key Considerations
This role may be played by a single individual or by a team.  Typically, it is carried out by the same individual fulfilling the Change Manager role.

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