In this module you’ll learn how to manage content versions and publish updates efficiently inOptimizely CMS SaaS. Discover how versioning helps track changes, revert to previousversions and ensure smooth content deployment. ​

​After completing this module, you should be able to:​​

• Preview and compare content versions including properties and languages​

• Describe different statuses in the version list​

• Manage versions by editing, deleting, republishing or unpublishing as needed​

• Publish versions and schedule publishes for timely and accurate updates

How do I benefit from versioning and publishing?

Version control and publishing in CMS SaaS allow you to track content changes, ensuring easy rollback to previous versions if needed. This helps maintain content accuracy, streamline updates, improve collaboration and ensure efficient content delivery across various channels and languages.​

Here's how versioning and publishing benefits different roles:​

• Content Creators: Version control allows content creators to experiment with different versions of content without losing previous drafts. They can publish content confidently, knowing they can restore earlier versions whenever they want.​

• Digital Marketers: With version control, marketers can easily collaborate on content. They can also create, test and schedule content release for various campaigns, ensuring that the right version is published at the right time to maximize engagement.​

Compare versions

The ability to compare content in CMS SaaS enables you to review changes side-by-side and identify differences between previous and current versions, facilitating collaborative editing. This feature is crucial for keeping a detailed record of content modifications made over time and maintaining content consistency. ​

Read the article below to learn how to compare content in On-page mode, compare properties in All Properties mode, and compare language versions when translating content.​​​

Manage and publish versions

Based on different access rights in CMS SaaS, managing and publishing versions encompasses a range of actions including creating and autosaving drafts, setting content as ready to publish, reviewing and approving content, and publishing. You can also schedule content for publishing, view, edit, and delete versions, manage language versions, republish or unpublish content, and effectively work with shared content, providing control over content lifecycle management.​

Read the article below to learn more about version management and publishing.​​

Control the publishing process

Control over the publishing process helps maintain content quality, consistency, and accuracy within a CMS. It involves establishing a structured workflow for creating, reviewing, approving, and deploying content to ensure each piece of content meets specific standards and is approved by the appropriate stakeholders before it is published. ​

Read the article below to learn how to control the publishing process.​​​