The article discusses how configuration control is crucial for managing changes to established baselines in programs. This process involves classifying, evaluating, approving or disapproving, releasing, implementing, and verifying changes. The main goal is to ensure that the program's configuration is known and compatible with the specification during critical phases. It also emphasizes applying the same level of consideration and acceptance criteria to proposed changes as for the initial baseline to prevent unforeseen effects. Whether it's altering a program specification or patching a stable program version, the concern remains the same: avoiding unintended consequences from seemingly minor changes.