Section outline

  • PLANNING AND DRAFTING DOCUMENTS

    Planning business documents involves considering design elements, style guides, and document functions. It includes determining purpose, audience, and outcomes. Design elements ensure visual appeal and communication, while style guides maintain consistency. Understanding the function and features of different document types tailors the content and structure of the message.

    Once a document is planned, the drafting stage can commence. A draft document is one that is considered preliminary and likely to encounter several modifications and edits before being finalised. It is often a simple outline of key points from where content is expanded. In the case of spreadsheets, the draft generally refers to the setup of columns and row headers in preparation for data.