Version

A work-in-progress iteration of a document, still under development and subject to change before formal release. Versions may be numbered sequentially (v1, v2, v3) within a revision cycle.

Why it matters

Distinguishing versions from revisions prevents unauthorized changes from reaching production and keeps the audit trail clean during the design process.

Cite this definition

Finocchiaro, Michael. “Version.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/version