Abstract: A method for managing repository items is provided for a system having a multiple schema repository that uses a database for storing data for the repository items and management data. The database is configured to manage multiple schemas. The management data for the repository includes information for defining and locating the repository items. The multiple schemas include classification schemas for supporting different types of repository items and a management schema for the management data. The method includes receiving a file including a repository item and data associated with the repository item, wherein the associated data includes categorizing information for the repository item. The method also includes determining whether the database already includes the repository item. The method further includes, if the repository item is not already in the database, creating a management record for the repository item, and storing the file in a storage area associated with the database.