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Project-Wide Delete Cycles

The deletion of shared objects deserves special attention. This is one approach.

Before deleting an object:

• Rename the object with a prefix that indicates impending the deletion.
• Do not use objects that are tagged with the deletion prefix.
• Eliminate existing references to the object.
• Request the deletion. See Implement Change Control.
• Coordinate deletion cycles so that all references are removed and all subsets checked in.
• Use the Host Encyclopedia Delete Report to identify any references that have been overlooked.
• Use Host Encyclopedia Rename or Delete Objects when possible.
• Define and use protection subsets to prevent inadvertent deletion, modification of essential objects, or both.