Introduction:
Business document writing involves reports, emails, newsletters and other different type of documents which are used to represent a business or company for target audience like external stakeholders and customers. They have several purposes and requirements like emails are used to send the meeting requirements and gathering or minutes of meetings, newsletters are used to promote some business etc.
Purpose:
The purpose used for writing a business document is as follows:
- To convey knowledge and information to the relevant parties.
- Send and deliver news to the concerned parties about latest events, methodologies and management systems.
- If a matter is going on which is complicated and troublesome, then business document acts as a key to clarify the situation and ease the atmosphere of environment.
Style:
Following style strategies should be used while writing a business document:
- Use shorter and simpler sentences.
- Avoid self-references and quote authentic references from actual sources.
- Use active voice in documentation.
- If you are writing for a company then use their point of view. Avoid personal opinions and suggestions.
Types of business writing documents:
Following are some main business documents which are used in business writing assignments and projects:
- Emails
- Report writing
- Hand books
- Memos
- Press releases
- Newsletters
- Resumes
- Cover letters
- Requirement gathering documents
