Turn final_v7 Into a Release Log
Explain how release logs reduce spreadsheet version confusion.
The team needs to replace confusing final-file names with a controlled release habit. Before: multiple final-looking files compete for authority. After: one release copy, archived drafts, and a visible change log. One controlled release copy becomes the source of truth, so reviewers stop auditing whichever file was emailed last. Older versions move to an archive, preserving comparison evidence without competing with the live file. A change-log tab records owner, reason, and status, making late edits visible instead of relying on memory. The naming convention communicates release state, not wishful thinking. Version hygiene turns a workbook into an auditable record. Spreadsheet…
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