Information Mapping® and plain language

How does Information Mapping® use plain language?

Information Mapping® incorporates plain language recommendations in areas like grammar, word choice, and writing style. It combines these with the other tools you need to get the most from your business writing.


Creating effective plain language documents

To get all the benefits of well-written information you need to combine plain language with analysis, organisation and presentation. Using the principles of Information Mapping®, you can create effective plain language documents that are:

  • clear and concise
  • audience focused
  • easy to read, and
  • easy to update.

Our advice

Here are some things to remember when using Information Mapping® to write your plain language document.

1. Write for the reader

2. Say it directly

3. Format to clarify