2. A report is a structured document that
presents information, analysis, and findings
on a particular subject or issue.
3. Before collecting data, define what you want to
measure and how you will measure it. Your goals
should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant,
and time-bound (SMART).
4.
5. Kinds of Report
Informational reports: provide facts and data only and do not present any analysis or recommendations
Analytical reports : report evaluates a problem or an issue and presents the outcomes of analysis to explain the
causes of the problem.
Progress Reports: From the brunch of informational reports, progress reports provide critical information about
the status of a project.
Laboratory Report: Laboratory: reports document experiments, tests, and analyses conducted in a lab setting.
Department Reports : These reports are specific to each department or business function. They serve as a
communication tool between managers and team members who must stay connected and work together for
common goals.
Internal Reports: A type of report that encompasses many others on this list, internal reports refer to any type
of report that is used internally in a business.
Research Reports: Without a doubt, one of the most vital reporting types for any modern business is centered
on research.
8. WHAT IS DOCUMENT?
A document is a form of information that might be useful to a user or set of
users. This information can be in digital and nondigital forms.
