After changes are approved in the Perform Integrated Change Control process, what is the next step?

After changes are approved in the Perform Integrated Change Control process, the next logical step is to direct and manage project execution. This step involves implementing the approved changes into the ongoing project work and ensuring that the project team is aligned with the updated project plans and objectives.

Directing and managing project execution means actively overseeing the execution of the project tasks, adjusting resources as necessary, and making sure that the project deliverables are completed in accordance with the updated scope and objectives that resulted from the integrated change control process. It emphasizes the implementation of changes while maintaining overall project performance and keeping stakeholders informed.

This process is essential for maintaining the momentum of the project and ensuring that all changes are effectively incorporated into the project. It also sets the stage for subsequent processes, such as monitoring and controlling project performance, which will follow after the execution of the authorized changes.