The invention is a method for tracking and analyzing an application for modifications and changes. The method is used to ensure the integrity of the application remains intact. The application is inventoried upon setup. The application is then subsequently re-inventoried on a regular basis. Each new inventory is examined against the original inventory to determine if any changes have taken place. When a change is detected, the change is highlighted to be approved or examined to determine the specifics of the change in order that corrective action can be taken if deemed necessary.