Organizing the files

When we overwhelmed by projects, it's a good chance that we forgot what files we're working on and sometimes we label the wrong files with wrong names. Organizing files which can come in handy when an old client call after 2 years and ask for a revision on the project that we have done.

Having said that, how do we organize our files. Well, here in Astagram, is a very vital part of our daily routine. Here how you can do it.
First, it's important to choose a consistent way of naming files and make sure you follow it all the time. Choose very clear file name, which can search later on your computer. Attaching version number also a good method most of the designers follow. Last, when the work approved, attach lable "final" with your description and label version. Here are some examples.

• client/product_name_brochure_v1.psd
• client/product_name_brochure_final.pdf

Now we are done. But, how about the folders? Naming the folder also very important for archiving purpose. For example,

• 2007 > January > Client Name Brochure > Final > files
• Print > Clients > Name > Band Name Brochure > Photos > files

See how easy is this. After naming files and folders, make sure to backup in DVD or External HD. This would prevent you losing the files if an unfortunate event occur.
Good luck!