CM-3(1): Automated Documentation, Notification, and Prohibition of Changes

Control Statement

Use [Assignment: organization-defined automated mechanisms] to:

1. Document proposed changes to the system;
2. Notify [Assignment: organization-defined approval authorities] of proposed changes to the system and request change approval;
3. Highlight proposed changes to the system that have not been approved or disapproved within [Assignment: organization-defined time period];
4. Prohibit changes to the system until designated approvals are received;
5. Document all changes to the system; and
6. Notify [Assignment: organization-defined personnel] when approved changes to the system are completed.