MEMORANDUM (MEMO)
Memorandum (pl memoranda) – is a note (or a letter) which is circulated within the organization. The reasons for writing a memo can be different but it should be short and informal. The following components of a memo are: - date - name of the person sending the memo - name of the person / people the memo is addressed to A memo can be written: - to find needed information or make arrangements about co-operation; - to give instruction or advice/recommendation (e.g. a manager to members of his/her team); - to offer ideas or proposals; - to inform about some events or explain them. A typical memo is as follows:
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