The 10 Commandments of Process Mapping
Process mapping can feel like a big task, but with the right approach, it becomes a valuable tool for improving workflows and keeping teams aligned. Here are the 10 commandments of process mapping to help you create clear, effective, and user-friendly maps. 1. Thou shalt keep it simple Your process map doesn’t need to be […]
AI Can Map Your Processes in Seconds—But Are You Using It the Right Way?
Most businesses waste hours manually mapping out their processes. Whiteboards, sticky notes, and long meetings used to be the only way to figure out workflows. Now, AI can generate process maps in seconds—saving time, reducing human error, and making documentation easier than ever. But here’s the catch: if you use AI the wrong way, your […]
The Role of a Technical Writer Is Crafting Clarity and Excellence in Documentation
Technical writing is an essential function in organisations, especially those navigating complex projects and requiring clear, high-quality documentation for both internal and external audiences. As a technical writer, your role extends beyond just producing documents—it’s about making complex information accessible, actionable, and engaging for its intended audience. Technical writing is an essential function in organisations, […]
Need Someone to Write Your Documents? Here’s Who Actually Does It (And Why It’s Harder Than You Think)
Who Writes Documents for Businesses? The Answer Might Surprise You If you have ever typed “Who can write my documents?” or “Who can create templates for my business?”, you are not alone. A lot of businesses know they need documentation, but they have no idea who actually does it. And that is a problem. Because […]
My Experience as an Instructional Designer on a Salesforce Digital Transformation Project
Working on a Salesforce digital transformation project for a government department was a unique and rewarding experience. For two years, I collaborated with an Agile project team to implement Salesforce effectively while ensuring end-users could adopt the system seamlessly. The role required balancing technical expertise, stakeholder management, and a focus on user needs. Here’s an […]
No One Reads Your Work Instructions—And That’s Why Your System Rollout Is Failing
Rolling out a new system takes months of planning, testing, and investment. The software is ready. The tech team is confident. The go-live date arrives, and then… Employees struggle, avoid using the system, or create workarounds to keep doing things the old way. The issue isn’t the system itself. It’s the documentation. No one reads […]
Creating and Managing Effective Documentation in High-Pressure Environments
Clear and effective documentation is at the core of any successful organisation, especially when working within regulated industries or fast-paced projects. From writing and revising standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensuring training manuals meet specific change control requirements, the process requires a blend of technical expertise, collaboration, and time management. In my experience, working on […]
Why Being Easy to Work With Matters More Than You Think in Knowledge Management
Work is not just about getting things done. It is about how you work with others. In knowledge management, where teams share, document, and refine critical information, being easy to work with is just as important as the knowledge itself. People Share More With Those They Like Human psychology is simple. People do not share […]
Technical Writing, Bid Writing, and Instructional Design—What’s the Difference and Which One Does Your Business Really Need?
Most businesses think writing is just writing. They need documentation, training materials, or proposals, so they assume any writer can do the job. But not all writing is the same, and hiring the wrong kind of writer can cost time, money, and opportunities. Technical writers, bid writers, and instructional designers each have a unique skill […]