What best describes a Standard change?

A Standard change is best described as a low-risk, pre-authorized change that follows a defined procedure. This type of change is characterized by its predictable nature and established process, which allows it to be implemented with minimal risk and without the need for extensive review or lengthy approval processes. Standard changes are typically documented and approved in advance, meaning that they can be executed efficiently, allowing organizations to avoid delays associated with more complex changes.

These changes are repetitive and often routine in nature, such as replacing hardware that has reached the end of its life cycle or applying a standard software update. Because they are well understood and have been assessed for risk previously, they do not require individual approval each time they are implemented, hence the designation of "pre-authorized." This classification of change helps streamline the change management process while maintaining control over IT services.