# Governance

Governance in project management establishes the framework for decision-making, accountability, and oversight throughout the project lifecycle. It ensures that projects are executed in compliance with organizational standards, policies, and regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency and control.

## <mark style="color:orange;">Section Overview</mark>

The RACI Matrix for Governance outlines how the **PMO Lead, Business Analyst, and Project Coordinator** contribute to creating and maintaining effective governance practices. It provides clarity on:

* Who is accountable for ensuring adherence to governance policies.
* Who is responsible for implementing processes that align with compliance requirements.
* How stakeholders are consulted on governance frameworks.
* Who must remain informed to maintain transparency across all levels of the project.

## <mark style="color:orange;">RACI Matrix - Governance</mark>

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th>Key Task</th><th>RESPONSIBLE</th><th>ACCOUNTABLE</th><th>CONSULTED</th><th>INFORMED</th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Define and maintain PMO standards</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>MD</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Business Analyst</strong></li><li><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></li></ul></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1620325867502-221cfb5faa5f?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyfHxQcm9qZWN0fGVufDB8fHx8MTc1NzU3NTM2OHww&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1620325867502-221cfb5faa5f?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyfHxQcm9qZWN0fGVufDB8fHx8MTc1NzU3NTM2OHww&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Review Project Risks</strong></td><td><strong>Business Analyst</strong></td><td><strong>Business Analyst</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Business Analyst</strong></li><li><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></li><li><strong>MD</strong></li></ul></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1604948501466-4e9c339b9c24?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxyaXNrfGVufDB8fHx8MTc1NzU3NjA2NXww&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1604948501466-4e9c339b9c24?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxyaXNrfGVufDB8fHx8MTc1NzU3NjA2NXww&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Change Management &#x26; Control</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>MD</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Business Analyst</strong></li><li><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></li><li><strong>MD</strong></li></ul></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1499244571948-7ccddb3583f1?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxjaGFuZ2V8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzU3NTc2MDc5fDA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1499244571948-7ccddb3583f1?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxjaGFuZ2V8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzU3NTc2MDc5fDA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Manage 3rd Vendors</strong></td><td>Project Coordinator</td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>MD</strong></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxwcm9qZWN0JTIwbWFuYWdlcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NTc1NzYyMTZ8MA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw2fHxwcm9qZWN0JTIwbWFuYWdlcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NTc1NzYyMTZ8MA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Coordinate Cross-Functional Meeting</strong> </td><td><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></td><td><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Business Analyst</strong></li><li><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></li></ul></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542744173-8e7e53415bb0?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw4fHxwcm9qZWN0JTIwbWFuYWdlcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NTc1NzYyMTZ8MA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1542744173-8e7e53415bb0?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw4fHxwcm9qZWN0JTIwbWFuYWdlcnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3NTc1NzYyMTZ8MA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Training &#x26; Development</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Team</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Lead</strong></td><td><strong>PMO Team</strong></td><td><a href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1682668898065-b90c97684c39?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMHx8cHJvamVjdCUyMG1hbmFnZXJ8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzU3NTc2MjE2fDA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85">https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1682668898065-b90c97684c39?crop=entropy&#x26;cs=srgb&#x26;fm=jpg&#x26;ixid=M3wxOTcwMjR8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMHx8cHJvamVjdCUyMG1hbmFnZXJ8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzU3NTc2MjE2fDA&#x26;ixlib=rb-4.1.0&#x26;q=85</a></td></tr></tbody></table>