What the edit looks for
For this format, editorial attention often centers on executive summaries, heading logic, evidence-to-conclusion links, tables, terminology, and recommendations. The exact scope depends on the stage of the draft and the work already completed.
We distinguish a clear editorial correction from a decision that belongs to the author or project owner. Questions about meaning, facts, or commitments are raised rather than silently resolved.
Choose the right stage
A report with a changing argument needs structural attention. A stable report may need copyediting and a publication review to reconcile summaries, figures, tables, and references.
An agreed brief identifies the deliverables, review surface, file format, schedule, and revision arrangements. Specialist checking and additional production tasks should be named explicitly.
What to bring
Prepare the current report, its decision-making audience, source responsibilities, terminology guidance, and the required release format. Tell us which parts are still changing and who will approve the final version.
For an initial inquiry, send a summary rather than sensitive source material. We can agree on document sharing after discussing the project.
A useful check before you start
Read the executive summary against the conclusions. Check that the same quantities, time periods, qualifications, and recommendations appear consistently in both.
After the edit
Allow time to review tracked changes and respond to questions. If you add substantial new material or move the text into a different layout, plan a final check of the resulting version.