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# Versioning Best Practices

​Effective management of knowledge base (KB) versions is essential to ensure the accuracy and reliability of knowledge bases. The following guidelines provide best practices for implementing version control strategies.

## **Versioning Best Practices**

Consider the following strategies to maintain and implement robust version control:

* **Single Editor Policy**: Allow only one individual to edit a KB at any given time to prevent saving conflicts and lost progress.​
* **Incremental Changes**: Make small, manageable updates to facilitate easier tracking and reduce the risk of errors.​ Implement change-check-test, development process. See [configuration tips](/setting-up/configure-knowledge-base/configuration-tips.md) for more information.
* **Frequent Saves**: Regularly save changes to minimize data loss and maintain an up-to-date record of modifications.​
* **Regular Testing**: Consistently test the KB after updates to verify functionality and accuracy.​
* **A/B Testing**: Implement A/B testing methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of different KB versions and identify the most user-friendly formats.
* **Consistent Naming Conventions**: Adopt a standardized naming system for KB versions to streamline organization and retrieval. For example, use the format: `<Knowledge_Base_Name>_<Version_Number>`.​ For example "Demo Procurement KB V2.1"

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