ch11 Lecture Notes on Business Reports and Proposals

These flashcards cover key concepts related to business reports, proposals, web content, and graphic design principles.

Informational Report

A report that provides information about a specific topic, detailing background, purpose, and methods used to gather information.

Analytical Report

A report that analyzes data to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on the findings.

Proposal

A formal suggestion put forward for consideration, typically used to offer a solution to a problem or request support for a particular plan or project.

RFP

Request for Proposal; a document soliciting proposals from potential vendors to deliver a particular service.

Prefatory Parts

Components that precede the main text of a report, such as the title page, table of contents, and letters of transmittal.

Supplemental Parts

Components that follow the main text of a report, such as appendices, bibliographies, and indexes.

Web-friendly Content

Online content designed to be easily readable and accessible on the web, emphasizing brevity and clarity.

Graphic Design Principles

Fundamental guidelines that help in creating effective visuals, including consistency, contrast, balance, emphasis, and simplicity.

Business Visuals

Various formats used to represent data and information visually, including charts, tables, and infographics.

Wiki Contributor Guidelines

Best practices for contributing to a wiki, which include collaborative editing, using templates, and adhering to formatting standards.