Governance by Design: Building Trust into the Bones

Published on July 12, 2025 at 8:10 PM

At Futrpruf, governance is the architecture. It’s how trust is built, sustained, and scaled through every layer of a system. Inspired by the IIA’s Three Lines Model, I’ve reimagined governance as a living framework—one that aligns strategy with empathy, and performance with purpose.


Line One: Ownership in Action
This is where the work lives. The first line belongs to the person closest to the mission, making decisions in real time. Governance here means clarity of role, rhythm of accountability, and trust in the process. It’s not just doing the work—it’s owning it.


Line Two: Embedded Support
The second line holds the internal scaffolding—HR, operations, and systems that enable performance without micromanaging it. This is where Futrpruf thrives—designing frameworks that support people, not just policies. It’s the difference between compliance and continuity.


Line Three: Strategic Oversight
The third line is the compass. It’s where leadership, audit, and external partners ensure alignment with values, risks, and long-term vision. Oversight means proximity to purpose. Governance here is about asking the right questions, not just checking boxes.

This model evolves with intention. Whether starting from scratch or recalibrating something inherited, governance by design helps Futrpruf build you systems that hold integrity—and people—with care.