Management of Change FAQs

MOC is a structured process to ensure that changes to equipment, processes, or systems are implemented safely and effectively without compromising safety, quality, or environmental standards.

MOC helps to: Minimize risk of accidents and incidents, Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, Improve operational efficiency, Protect assets and personnel

Key elements include: Change request and evaluation, Risk assessment, Authorization and approval, Implementation planning and execution, Verification and validation, Post-implementation review.

Stakeholders typically include: Change initiators, Change implementers, Operations personnel, Maintenance technicians, Engineering staff, Safety and environmental personnel Management

Changes that may impact safety, quality, or environmental compliance, such as: 

Modifications to equipment or systems, Changes to operating procedures, Introduction of new materials or chemicals, Changes to maintenance procedures

MaintWiz CMMS provides tools and features to: Create and manage change requests, Conduct risk assessments, Track and approve change orders, Schedule and coordinate change implementations, Document change history and lessons learned

The MoC process should involve a multidisciplinary team including management, engineering, operations, safety, and environmental personnel.

Risks are assessed by identifying potential hazards, evaluating their likelihood and impact, and determining measures to mitigate these risks.

A MoC review board is a group of stakeholders responsible for reviewing and approving changes to ensure all risks are adequately managed.

Yes, MaintWiz CMMS tracks the status of change requests in real-time, allowing stakeholders to monitor progress and ensure timely completion.

MaintWiz CMMS provides tools for conducting post-change reviews, documenting lessons learned, and ensuring that changes meet their intended objectives.

MaintWiz implements changes across the equipment group using its Horizontal Deployment functionality. This feature allows for consistent and efficient application of changes, ensuring that all equipment within a group is updated simultaneously. This approach minimizes disruptions and ensures uniformity in maintenance practices and standards across the equipment group.