If you decide you no longer want or need a skill framework then you can delete it.
When the framework is deleted it will also remove all of the skills in the framework, any custom field record, any user status records, any skill assignments, and related evidence, any links to related skills and any links to performance activities.
To delete a framework follow these steps:
Go to Quick-access menu > Skills.
Find the skill framework you wish to delete.
In the Actions column click the cross icon (
).
Read the warning message and click Yes to confirm you wish to proceed.
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