Establishing implementation governance

Implementation governance creates a clear structure for making decisions during project execution. It defines who can approve changes, solve problems, and adjust timelines when needed. Good governance finds the right balance by providing guidance without slowing things down. It sets up regular check-in meetings where teams review progress and make adjustments. A typical structure includes:

• A steering committee for big decisions
• A project lead who manages daily work
• Designated approvers for specific areas

Each role should have clearly documented responsibilities and limits to its authority. Governance should also explain how to escalate issues when they can't be solved at lower levels. Tools like RACI charts help clarify who makes decisions versus who just needs updates. Simple project management tools like Asana or Jira can help track these decision flows and approvals.