5 Steps To Good Governance

5 Steps to Good Governance by Box delivers a practical, no-nonsense roadmap for simplifying information governance using self-governing documents and centralized cloud content management. The eBook recognizes the common resistance to governance due to legacy tools, rising costs, and workflow friction—but makes a compelling case for automating compliance to unlock business agility and reduce risk.

It outlines five actionable steps: committing to governance, securing cross-functional stakeholder buy-in, determining which content needs policy-driven automation, simplifying processes through smart tools, and leveraging secure platforms like Box. Key features highlighted include classification levels, legal holds, retention and deletion policies, and audit-ready trails—all without disrupting user productivity. Real-world endorsements from industries like consulting and insurance further validate how modern governance tools can support collaboration while protecting sensitive information.

With regulatory costs and data breach risks climbing, this guide is a timely asset for IT leaders, legal teams, compliance managers, and business executives. It shows that modern governance isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a growth enabler.
Read the full guide to see how automating governance can secure your business while letting your teams focus on innovation.