COMPUTER EXECUTABLE WORKFLOW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

摘要

A computer system executable method is provided for managing resources in an automated workflow system for manipulating a work item. A first definitional data item affecting how the workflow system processes work items meeting a predetermined criteria is stored in a memory. A directive is received to remove the first definitional data item from the memory. A mark associated with the first definitional data item is set to indicate that the first definitional data item is to be removed from the memory. The mark is used to prevent a second definitional data item from being made dependent on the first definitional data item after the mark was set. It is determined whether any other definitional data items are dependent on the first definitional data item. Depending on the outcome of the determination, the first definitional data item is removed from the memory.