# Governance Overview | Secureframe

> Discover the essentials of cybersecurity and data governance so you can establish the policies, strategies, and overall direction needed to keep your data secure.

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Governance refers to the rules, business processes, and policies in place that help ensure all organizational activities are aligned with the organization’s overall goals and objectives. For example, effective governance ensures that risk management processes are carried out consistently and cost-effectively across the organization.

There are two important types of governance that play a key role in any GRC program: cybersecurity governance and data governance. 

This section will cover both in depth so you understand how to manage your organization’s cyber risk and data.