"shorthand" vs. plain writing style

[HBacheler at aol.com]

Andrew,
 
I wish that I had had the Simplified Technical English document a  long time 
ago.  
 
Being in the Information Technology arena for the past 'several' years  (over 
20) I certainly could have avoided some discussions with others on  
terminology for easy-reading  Resolving the discussion  challenges would have been 
easier if I had the 'SE' to refer to.
 
I am currently on a contract task where I am to 'build' the how-to  
procedures for a 'simulation' organization.
 
Revising existing procedures that are written by a number of individuals  and 
organizations who have a 'vested interest in what they wrote.
 
And, making sure that what I write is in alignment with the STE  document.
 
I downloaded the Version 2 document that you pointed me to.
 
Thank you so much for your information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Harry