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Baseline Change Request

Baseline Change Request (BCR)

EVM Terms Reviewed by forProject Technology - updated Sep 2026
Quick definition: A Baseline Change Request (BCR) is the formal document that proposes a change to the Baseline. It explains why the change is needed and how it affects scope, cost, and schedule.

A BCR records what's changing, why, and the effect on scope, cost, and schedule, before the change is approved. Some organizations call it a Baseline Change Proposal (BCP).

What this means for you

Requiring a BCR means nothing changes the Baseline without a clear reason and a record of its impact. That record later explains why the Baseline looks the way it does.

Also known as
Baseline Change Proposal (BCP)
Used in
Baseline Change Control process

FAQ

Is a BCR the same as a BCP (Baseline Change Proposal)?
Yes. They're two names for the same document.
What information does a BCR need to include?
A description of the proposed change, the justification for it, and the resulting impacts to scope, cost, and schedule.
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