Edit and Retire Log
Edit/Revise a Log
Navigation:
View Logs → Locate Log → Action Column (⋮) → Revise
Users with appropriate permissions may revise an existing log to:
- Modify log name
- Update task names
- Change task frequencies
- Adjust schedules, result types, or instructions
- Update associated details
Once revisions are complete, users must choose one of the following options:
Option A: Update Existing Version (Minor Change)
Select “Update only, no new version” when:
- Changes are minor and non-procedural
- No impact to compliance intent or workflow
- Examples:
- Typo correction
- Clarifying task instructions
- Adjusting notification recipients
- Minor frequency timing adjustment (e.g., 9 AM → 10 AM)
Outcome:
- Log version number remains unchanged
- Changes are reflected immediately
- Audit trail captures who modified the log and when
Option B: Create New Version (Major Change)
Select “Save changes and create a new version” when:
- Changes affect compliance, workflow, or SOP intent
- Examples:
- Adding or removing tasks
- Changing frequency type (daily → weekly)
- Changing result type (numeric → pass/fail)
- Major procedural updates
- Instrument scope changes
Outcome:
- New log version is created
- Previous version is retained as read-only
- Full version comparison is available
- Audit trail preserves historical integrity
Retiring a Log
Navigation:
View Logs → Locate Log → Action Column (⋮) → Retire
Use Retire Log when:
- Instrument is decommissioned
- Procedure is discontinued
- Log is replaced by a newer version or workflow
Behavior:
- Retired logs cannot be edited or used for new entries
- Historical records remain accessible
- Retired logs can be filtered via:
- View Logs → Filter → Status → Retired