What is the first layer of best practices content often referred to?

The first layer of best practices content is referred to as an "Edition." In the context of SAP Activate Methodology, an Edition encapsulates the overall package of best practices for a specific solution, providing a foundational framework that organizations can build upon during implementation. It serves as a comprehensive starting point, guiding teams in selecting the relevant scope items and ensuring alignment with the pre-configured solutions provided by SAP.

Editions are crucial as they are tailored to particular industries or lines of business, offering a curated set of best practices that reflect industry standards and processes. This ensures that businesses can efficiently leverage proven templates and methodologies that have been validated through previous implementations. By starting with an Edition, organizations can ensure that they are building their projects on a solid and relevant base, significantly reducing the time and effort needed to align processes with industry benchmarks.