A strong 2015 collection management policy included explicit weeding criteria:
“Digital objects with no downloads in 3 years, outdated file formats (e.g., Flash), or unclear copyright status will be moved to dark archive or deleted after review.”
This prevented libraries from becoming graveyards of obsolete files.
Published: April 21, 2026
Category: Digital Asset Management / Library Science iclonelibrary2015contentcollectionmanaze
Managing a content collection in a digital library environment can feel like juggling fire while walking a tightrope — especially when looking back at the tools and standards of 2015–2016. That era marked a turning point: cloud storage was maturing, metadata schemas were evolving, and institutions were moving from simple file folders to structured content management.
In this post, we’ll explore the core principles of content collection management, common pitfalls, and actionable strategies — using the lens of a typical 2015 digital library system.
In iClone 8 (Pipeline), Reallusion includes a legacy tool hidden in the Plugins > Content Management tab. Look for "Import iClone 5/6 Library." Point this tool to your Manaze folder. It will attempt to convert old prop physics and shaders to PBR. A strong 2015 collection management policy included explicit
Here’s a typical day-in-the-life workflow for a digital library manager circa 2015:
Describe
Review & Quality Check
Store & Index
Publish & Share
Monitor & Refresh