Communities of Practice: Governance Models That Work

Effective communities of practice depend on clear roles, distributed responsibilities, and strong support structures. This article highlights proven governance frameworks, drawing on APQC’s latest research and best-practice examples to show how organizations can build thriving CoPs that deliver lasting value.

Topics Include:

• The central role of community leaders and how to support them
• Decentralized and distributed governance models for CoPs
• Key support roles, including sponsors, subject matter experts, facilitators, and content managers
• Real-world examples from organizations like Collins Aerospace and Framatome

Read the full article and discover how to design governance models that help communities of practice succeed.