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The simple answer is that we define technical and business writing by their subject matter.
Technical writing deals with science, engineering and technology. Typical documents include
specifications, manuals, data sheets, research papers, field reports and release notes.
Business writing is just about any other kind of writing people do at work, except journalism and
creative writing. It includes reports, emails, proposals, white papers, minutes, business cases,
letters, copywriting, bids and tenders.
However, there is some crossover. Many reports, bids and proposals contain technical data and
specifications. So business writers may find themselves editing technical content, and technical
writers may be called upon to write persuasive documents for a non-technical audience.
From the above discussion it is found that business report has some unique
characteristics. Its helps the respective business people to take pragmatic
decisions in specific business areas.
No matter your job, you need to be able to write. Whether it’s quarterly financial reports or daily
safety records, writing is a common and crucial skill. Yet, the writing style of one field can be
different and potentially inappropriate for another.
Two important and popular writing styles are technical writing and business writing.
You might see one or the other (or both!) listed in job postings, style guides or report requests. And
you may be wondering: aren’t they the same?
The short answer is yes and no. While the two techniques have similarities and overlap, one is not
interchangeable with the other. They each have their own style, benefits, and roles to play. How do
you know if you’re choosing the right style? This article will outline how the two styles align, diverge,
and a handy question to check your text.
Business writing is very reader-focused, as is technical writing. However, business writing ranges
from interpersonal to information to technical. Technical writing and business writing overlap when a
business person needs to convey technical information. An email from human resources that
introduces a new employee is not technical writing. A highly technical report from a field geologist is
technical writing.