Common Operational Datasets should be prepared and shared as a preparedness activity. The process, ideally involves various entities at the at the national levels and possibly at the regional level (when OCHA is not present in a country).  The IM Network should identify and process (if required) the Core and Country specific CODs. The list of CODs (core + country specific CODs) and some metadata (data source, sponsor, date expected) in a data agreement. The list is presented to the HC/RC for endorsement and to advocate for the use of CODs and P-codes in humanitarian preparation and response. OCHA (or other data guardian) should place the CODs on HDX (or alternate system only if data cannot be shared publicly). The datasets and the list should be reviewed yearly to keep datasets current and the list of datasets relevant.