PMP Practice: Execute the Change Control Process

Nebula Bridge Systems is implementing a new enterprise resource planning system for a manufacturing client. The project uses a hybrid approach: predictive methodology for infrastructure deployment (fixed regulatory deadlines) and agile sprints for custom workflow modules (evolving user requirements). During sprint 8, the operations director requests a significant change to the inventory tracking interface that would require reworking both the database schema (infrastructure layer) and three completed workflow modules. The development team estimates this would add four weeks to the infrastructure timeline and require revisiting user stories from sprints 5-7. The operations director insists the change is critical for meeting new supply chain reporting requirements that weren't known during initial planning. The project manager has already documented the change request details and impact assessment. What should the project manager do NEXT to communicate the status of this proposed change?