Re: Another Newbie question about procedures

[HBacheler -at- aol -dot- com]

Mary, et al

It might seem logical to have  each step stand alone.

Especially if someone 'added' one or more steps in  the process that you are 
documenting.

There should relative be a one to  one relationship to the action.

In my writing, I have drawn some simple  logic flows, diagrams, even DFD's to 
ensure that I know the process.

If  we as tech writers are involved from 'day one' of the project, we can aid 
in  ensuring that the flow of information, decision-making, and pitfalls are  
identified early in the 'game'.  We can ask questions, make suggestions,  and 
begin the outline of our documents to reflect 'what the heck is going  on'.

It then relatively easy to talk to the SMEs, engineers, and process  owners 
and ask informed questions.

Again, more food for  thought.

Harry  


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