ISO 27001 - Change Request Form Template
Change Request Form - Evidence of Controlled ISMS Change
Supports ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Clause 6.3 by demonstrating planned, approved, and traceable changes during audits.
The Change Request Form is an essential ISMS record used to capture changes that may affect information security, including system updates, process changes, and risk-impacting decisions.
Auditors examine change records to confirm that impacts are assessed, risks are considered, approvals are obtained, and changes are implemented in a controlled manner. Poorly documented or informal changes frequently result in audit findings or corrective actions.
This template delivers a clear, structured, and auditor-ready format to evidence effective change planning and control in line with ISO/IEC 27001 requirements.
Why This Document Matters
- Demonstrates that ISMS changes are formally identified, assessed, and controlled.
- Confirms impact and risk considerations before changes are approved.
- Ensures changes align with ISMS scope, objectives, and security requirements.
- Provides traceability from proposed change through approval and implementation.
- Supplies clear, auditable evidence of authorised change decisions and reviews.
What's Included in This Template
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022-aligned change control structure.
- Change the description and justification section.
- Impact and risk assessment fields.
- Approval and authorisation records.
- Roles, responsibilities, and ownership assignment.
- Change implementation and status tracking.
Common Audit Issues This Helps You Avoid
- Changes implemented without formal documentation or approval.
- Missing impact or risk assessment for ISMS changes.
- Unclear ownership or accountability for change decisions.
- Lack of traceability from request to approval and implementation.
- Incomplete records of change review or closure.
- Audit findings related to uncontrolled or poorly planned ISMS changes.
Who Should Use This Template
- Organisations implementing ISO/IEC 27001 and establishing formal change control.
- Companies preparing for certification or surveillance audits requiring documented change management.
- Businesses standardising or improving ISMS change processes.
- Consultants managing ISMS changes across multiple ISO/IEC 27001 clients.
- Teams transitioning to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and Clause 6.3 requirements.
Format & Customisation
- Editable Microsoft Word format (.docx)
- Fully customisable text, headings, and branding
- No specialised software required
- Compatible with Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice
Compliance Note
The Change Request Form is a key component of an ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS. Certification also requires change procedures, risk assessments, approvals, and supporting controls to demonstrate planned and controlled changes during audits.
How Does It Work?
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1Download the Word template instantly after checkout.
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2Replace company-specific details where applicable.
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3Customize wording in template if required.
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4Approve and maintain as a controlled ISMS change record.
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