Purchasing & Procure-to-Pay

Change Order

Also known as: Purchase order amendment

A change order is a formal amendment to an existing purchase order or contract that alters quantity, price, specification or delivery terms.

Requirements shift after an order is placed — quantities change, specifications are revised, delivery dates move. A change order documents that variation and captures the agreement of both parties, keeping the purchase order accurate and the audit trail intact. Without it, receiving and invoice matching quickly fall out of step.

Controlling change orders is important because uncontrolled variations, especially on projects and construction, are a common source of cost overruns. A clear approval process for changes protects budgets and ensures amendments are authorised, priced and recorded properly.

Frequently asked questions

What is a change order?
A change order is a formal amendment to an existing purchase order or contract that alters quantity, price, specification or delivery terms, agreed and documented by both parties.
Why are change orders important?
They keep the purchase order accurate for receiving and invoice matching, maintain the audit trail, and control the cost overruns that uncontrolled variations can cause.

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