Instruction and change log
Connect an instruction to its scope, notice, pricing and time assessment in a single traceable change record.
by Jack Butler-Kettle · About 2 min readShare
How to use it
Record the original instruction and baseline scope. Update the price and time positions separately; preserve each submission and reply.
Instruction and change log
Record the original instruction and baseline scope. Update the price and time positions separately; preserve each submission and reply.
Free blank template for your own project. The completed example is shown below. No email address required.
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Completed fictional example
Westhaven refurbishment · 14 October 2026 · Version 1.0
Instruction and change log
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| Change / instruction | Baseline and changed work | Authority / evidence | Notice | Price position | Time position | Next action / owner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CH-07 / I-07 | Drawing P-104 C to D; relocate 12 m partition | Contractor project lead; portal I-07 | N-01 delivered 8 Oct | £3,200 submitted; not agreed | 2 days forecast; not assessed | QS to issue measured breakdown 14 Oct |
| CH-08 / I-08 | Add four access panels | Written instruction 9 Oct | N-02 delivered 9 Oct | £720 agreed 12 Oct, reply A-08 | No completion effect recorded | Accounts to include in next application |
The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence.
Understanding your results
The completed example uses fictional people, events and records. Replace it with your own verified information and preserve supporting evidence.
How it works
The workbook provides blank working records. Grey cells calculate from the entered inputs; yellow cells are for your information. The completed example stays on this page.
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