This article helps you choose the model that best fits your team’s size, structure, and culture.
🤔 What is a Governance Model?
A governance model defines who creates content, who approves it, and who publishes it. It’s the foundation for scaling training efficiently and consistently.
There are three common models:
🏢 Centralized Model
L&D or a dedicated CoE (Digital etc.) owns all content creation and publishing.
Best for: Organizations with strict compliance needs or limited SME availability.
Pros:
High quality control
Clear accountability
Easier to manage publishing standards
Cons:
Slower turnaround
Bottlenecks likely without strong intake workflows
🧑🤝🧑 Decentralized Model
SMEs and department leads create and publish content themselves.
Best for: Agile teams, fast-paced environments, or orgs with distributed ownership.
Pros:
Faster content creation
Empowers departments
Closer to subject matter
Cons:
Inconsistent quality
Harder to manage versioning and updates
Requires strong training and review processes
🌀 Hybrid Model
SMEs create content, but the CoE or L&D team handles review and publishing.
Best for: Most midsize to large organizations that need both flexibility and quality control.
Pros:
Combines speed with consistency
Spreads out content workload
Maintains oversight while scaling
Cons:
Requires coordination between teams
Needs a clear intake and review process
🔍 Not sure where to start? Start with hybrid—it’s flexible, scalable, and easier to evolve as your program grows.
📌 Next Step:
Once you’ve selected your governance model, move on to Mapping Roles and Access in LemonadeLXP to assign the right permissions and responsibilities.