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Cadence

A rhythm of activities conducted throughout the project.


Cause and Effect Diagram

A decomposition technique that helps trace an undesirable effect back to its root cause.


Cause-and-Effect Diagram

A visual representation that helps trace an undesirable effect back to its root cause.


Change

A modification to any formally controlled deliverable, project management plan component, or project document.


Change Control

A process whereby modifications to documents, deliverables, or baselines associated with the project are identified, documented, approved, or rejected.


Change Control Board (CCB)

A formally chartered group responsible for reviewing, evaluating, approving, delaying, or rejecting changes to the project, and for recording and communicating such decisions


Change Control Plan

A component of the project management plan that establishes the change control board, documents the extent of its authority, and describes how the change control system will be implemented.


Change Control System

A set of procedures that describes how modifications to the project deliverables and documentation are managed and controlled.


Change Control Tools

Manual or automated tools to assist with change and/or configuration management. At a minimum, the tools should support the activities of the CCB.


Change Log

A comprehensive list of changes submitted during the project and their current status.



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