Most people do not like change. While some forms of change can be exciting, most associate it with risk and uncertainty—especially project managers. Managing change in a project can be one of the most challenging aspects of the job.
Even the most well-planned projects are bound to have some form of change. This can range from something as simple as a paint color to something as complex as an unknown environmental hazard. Regardless of where it lies on the scale, the two biggest challenges with change are communication and profitability.