Business Document Design and Development - University Report

This report provides a comprehensive overview of business document design and development, focusing on the creation of effective policy documents. It starts by outlining the importance of a well-structured policy document and provides guidelines for formatting, including font, spacing, and margin specifications. The report also emphasizes the significance of clear policy statements and the inclusion of relevant sections such as definitions and related policies. Furthermore, the report covers visual design elements and principles, highlighting the use of bullets and numbered lists to enhance readability. It references various sources to support the design and formatting of a policy document. The report provides practical advice for students and professionals in business development.

Running head: BUSINESS DOCUMENT DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
Business Document Design and Development
Name of the Student
Name of the University
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STYLE GUIDE FOR POLICY DOCUMENTATION
The following guidelines need to be followed by MacVille for developing standard policy
documents. The documents must be stored in the name of the policy.
Heading: The policy name must be the heading of the document.
Policy statement: The purpose of policy must be explained in a concise manner.
Applicability: This section will address the people in the organization to whom the policy
applies.
Detailed statement of policy: This section will contain the complete policy in details.
Definitions: This section will define important HR and technical terms (optional).
Related policies: This section will define related policies (if needed).
Formatting guidelines:
Paragraph: Every paragraph must begin with a tab for enhancing the readability.
Font: The font of the content must be 12 Times New Roman.
Headings: The title of the policy must be size 14. The sub headings of the policy must be
size- 13, font for both- Times New Roman.
Spacing: The spacing of the entire document must be 2.0 cm.
Margins: The margins in all sides must be 2.5 cm. The box page border must be selected.
Bullets: Important points must be given in bullets or roman numbering style.

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