> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.songer.pro/governance-compliance-risk/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.songer.pro/governance-compliance-risk/governance/policies-procedures-and-guidelines.md).

# Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

* **Policy** : It is a High-level document that outlines senior management’s intent on security directions
* **Procedure** : It is a detailed step-by-step list of tasks (SOP) that should be performed in order to achieve the desired output. 
* **Guideline** : It is a list of recommendations/best practices and are optional to follow.