Memo

To:  All Staff
From:  Judy Lawrence
Date:  June 1
Re:  New electronic memo format

There have been many complaints of not being able to understand the interoffice memos. In order to increase interoffice communications, we have developed guidelines for all memos. These guidelines will take effect immediately.

• Concisely state the purpose of the memo in the subject line.
• The first paragraph of the memo should summarize the purpose of your memo.
• Use professional, simple, and polite language.
• Proofread your memo for any mistakes.
• Run the spell checker on your program.
• Address the memo to …