MinorNummer

MinorNummer is a term used in some Dutch- and English-language contexts to describe a numeric label that identifies a minor subcategory within a larger group. The term combines the word minor with nummer, the Dutch word for number, and it is applied informally to indicate incremental changes that are not major revisions. There is no universal standard for its use, and practices vary by domain and organization.

In software versioning, the MinorNummer corresponds to the minor version digit in a version scheme. For example, in a two-component scheme such as Major.Minor, the MinorNummer is the second component; increasing the MinorNummer denotes backward-compatible enhancements. A major version change typically resets the MinorNummer to zero or to the starting point of the next major line.

In document management and archival contexts, MinorNummer can label successive iterations of a document within a major release or project. It is often stored in metadata or included in filenames to maintain a clear revision history and traceability for changes that do not alter the document’s core scope.

Usage and policy vary by organization. Some teams treat MinorNummer as a simple sequential counter, while others tie it to specific change criteria or release processes. Documentation of the rules governing MinorNummer is common to ensure consistent interpretation across teams and tools.

See also: versioning, semantic versioning, document control, revision management.