How to build a Salesforce governance framework from scratch

Let's cut through the noise: most Salesforce failures aren't about the platform—they're about missing governance. I've seen healthcare orgs lose patient data due to uncontrolled custom objects, and manufacturing companies waste $200k+ on redundant integrations. Governance isn't a compliance checkbox—it's the backbone of a sustainable Salesforce instance. Here’s how to build it from scratch, based on 10+ enterprise rollouts across finance, healthcare, and retail. Step 1: Audit Your Current Chaos