Problem
Shared project storage allows two editors to modify the same master sequence without a reliable locking mechanism.
Solution
Root Cause / Diagnostic:
Standard shared storage volumes (SMB/NFS) allow multiple network clients to mount and access the same project directory simultaneously. If two editors open the same master project file without active project locking mechanisms (or collaborative project management enabled), the operating system handles write locks unpredictably. The editor who saves last overwrites changes made by the first editor, permanently destroying hours of editorial work.
Actionable Fix:
1. Enable Premiere Pro 'Project Locking' in Preferences -> Collaboration, or configure DaVinci Resolve PostgreSQL Multi-User Collaboration.
2. Ensure write-lock sidecar files (such as .prslk) are permitted by network share permissions so other users are alerted with read-only warnings.
3. Establish an explicit production protocol where editors duplicate sequences into personal 'working bins' before making cuts, merging changes into the master sequence sequentially.
Pro Tip:
Utilize DaVinci Resolve Cloud Collaboration or Team Projects for Premiere Pro; these cloud-based database services handle multi-user timeline branching and conflict resolution in real time.
Standard shared storage volumes (SMB/NFS) allow multiple network clients to mount and access the same project directory simultaneously. If two editors open the same master project file without active project locking mechanisms (or collaborative project management enabled), the operating system handles write locks unpredictably. The editor who saves last overwrites changes made by the first editor, permanently destroying hours of editorial work.
Actionable Fix:
1. Enable Premiere Pro 'Project Locking' in Preferences -> Collaboration, or configure DaVinci Resolve PostgreSQL Multi-User Collaboration.
2. Ensure write-lock sidecar files (such as .prslk) are permitted by network share permissions so other users are alerted with read-only warnings.
3. Establish an explicit production protocol where editors duplicate sequences into personal 'working bins' before making cuts, merging changes into the master sequence sequentially.
Pro Tip:
Utilize DaVinci Resolve Cloud Collaboration or Team Projects for Premiere Pro; these cloud-based database services handle multi-user timeline branching and conflict resolution in real time.