Quick Answer
For search, voice, and "just tell me what to do".
Knowledge bases can be products - but only if they stay current. AI enables knowledge bases that update themselves: incorporating new information, flagging outdated content, and maintaining accuracy. These living documents command premium prices because buyers know they're getting current information, not a snapshot that's already decaying.
Key Takeaways:
- Living knowledge bases are premium products
- AI enables cost-effective maintenance
- Currency is a key value differentiator
- Subscription models align with ongoing updates
- Trust builds through demonstrated freshness
Playbook
Build knowledge base with update architecture
Implement AI monitoring for new developments
Create workflows for AI-assisted updates
Price based on ongoing value, not one-time creation
Communicate freshness to build trust
Common Pitfalls
- Updates that break structure
- Staleness in areas AI doesn't monitor
- Over-promising update frequency
- Pricing that doesn't support maintenance
Metrics to Track
Knowledge base freshness score
Update frequency and quality
Customer satisfaction with currency
Subscription retention rate
Maintenance cost vs. revenue
FAQ
What topics work best for living knowledge bases?
Fast-changing fields where currency matters: regulations, technology, market analysis. Stable fields don't need this structure.
How do I price a living knowledge base?
Subscription models work best - ongoing value for ongoing payment. Price based on the cost of being uninformed.
How do I ensure update quality?
Human review of AI-suggested updates, clear update standards, and customer feedback loops. Automate detection; verify changes.
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