1.Overview
Artifacts maintain complete version history enabling tracking of changes and recovery of prior versions. The versioning system supports collaborative editing while preserving a complete audit trail.
2.Version Numbering System
Artifacts use semantic versioning:
- Draft Versions: v0.1, v0.2, v0.3 — Initial AI-generated drafts and early revisions
- Review Versions: v1.0, v1.1, v1.2 — Versions submitted for review
- Final Versions: v2.0, v2.1 — Approved final versions
3.Change Tracking
The system tracks all changes to artifacts:
- Change Identification: All modifications are flagged with change highlighting
- Change Attribution: Each change is attributed to the user making the modification
- Change Justification: Optional comment explaining the change
- Change Timestamp: Precise timestamp of modification
4.Example Version History for Motion for Summary Judgment
| Version | Date | Author | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| v0.1 | 6/15 | Ask Sque | Initial draft | Draft |
| v0.2 | 6/15 | John Smith (Attorney) | Incorporated case law; revised argument structure | Draft |
| v1.0 | 6/16 | John Smith | Ready for quality review | Review |
| v1.1 | 6/16 | Sarah Johnson (QA Partner) | Requested revisions: strengthen burden-shifting analysis | Review |
| v1.2 | 6/17 | John Smith | Incorporated QA feedback | Review |
| v2.0 | 6/17 | Sarah Johnson | Approved for filing | Final |
| v2.1 | 6/20 | John Smith | Corrected case citation | Final |
5.Collaborative Editing
For artifacts requiring multiple authors:
- Document Locking: When user is actively editing artifact, document is locked preventing simultaneous edits
- Pending Changes: If another user attempts to edit locked document, they are notified that document is locked and offered ability to review and suggest changes
- Merge Resolution: When edits conflict, system provides merge resolution interface enabling selection of preferred text from each version
6.Version Comparison
Users can compare any two artifact versions:
- Side-by-Side Comparison: View two versions with differences highlighted
- Change Visualization: Changed text is highlighted with color coding (additions in green, deletions in red)
- Detailed Diff: Character-level comparison identifying precise changes made
7.Recovery and Rollback
If editing introduced undesired changes:
- Version Recovery: Users can select any prior version for recovery
- Recovery Process: Selected prior version becomes new current version; prior version is archived
- Audit Trail: Recovery action is logged with explanation
Frequently asked questions
An Artifact is AI-generated work product managed within Sque—including legal documents, memoranda, summaries, reports, and presentation materials. Artifacts support version control, approval workflows, and delivery documentation.
Artifacts use semantic versioning: draft versions (v0.1, v0.2), review versions (v1.0, v1.1), and final versions (v2.0, v2.1). All changes are tracked with attribution, timestamps, and optional justification comments.
Artifacts progress through initial author review, quality assurance review, partner/approver review, and delivery/archival. Approval requirements can be customized by matter type—client-facing deliverables, court filings, and high-dollar transactions may require additional review.
For certain artifacts (invoices, billing narratives), the system generates Evidence Packs—collections of supporting materials (emails, time entries, documents reviewed) demonstrating the work underlying the artifact. Evidence Packs reduce client invoice disputes by providing visible proof of work performed.