Writing Guide: Informational Memos
An informational memo is an in-house communication addressed to one or more individuals. The objective is to convey one or more pieces of information that relate specifically to the topic in the subject line. Besides the actual information, the scope of a memo must provide a reason for why the information contained in it is relevant to the reader.
In the sample informational memo the writer describes an assignment that she has completed and explains that the results are contained in an attached report. She summarizes its contents in two bulleted lists and then closes her memo with a strong recommendation; one that the reader can easily conclude will be qualified by the thoroughness of her report.
Here are the steps to follow when writing an informational memo. Each link provides tips to improve your writing skills.