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sunday_2.docxFROM: COMM 2293 Instructors
DATE: October 24, 2016
SUBJECT: Assignment 4 Instructions
For this assignment, you will write a two-page, direct strategy informational report using memo format.
Who you are: the administrative assistant at Sun to Go, Ltd. (refer to case scenario)
Who your reader is: Mr. Ray Di Micci, your boss
Background: Mr. Di Micci and other mall vendors recently received a letter from Halifax Shopping Centre management asking them to approve a proposal to use facial recognition technology (FRT) in the mall. The letter said that FRT would be used with the security cameras already in place throughout the mall to reduce shoplifting. Mr. Di Micci has read very little about FRT, but he does know that the software can also be used to create profiles on customers and can potentially affect sales as well. Before responding to mall management, he wants to find out more about FRT, specifically how it works, and how is it being used for security as well as marketing purposes. He also wants to know about any legal or privacy issues related to FRT. He has asked you to research and write an informational report.
Your task:
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1. Use the library’s databases and online sources to find a minimum of three credible, non-academic sources published within the past five years to gather information for your report. Credible sources include national news media, trade journals and magazines, etc.
2. Write a full two-page (plus reference list), direct strategy informational memo report for Ray Di Micci. After your introduction, logically organize the body of the report to discuss the issues noted above. Conclude your report by summarizing your research and highlighting the most relevant information for your boss.
3. Revise your drafts to ensure your message follows the instructions given here, in your COMM class, and on the checklist.
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See evaluation criteria on the reverse side of this memo.
Evaluate the completeness of your report using this checklist:
Opening and Introduction (no heading):
□ Use direct strategy in opening to state purpose of report
□ Indicate research sources used for the report
□ Preview topics to be discussed
Body:
□ Use “talking” parallel headings
□ Organize topics logically
□ Ensure content is clear and understandable
□ Use correct and complete APA style in-text citations throughout
Conclusion:
□ Use functional heading
□ Summarize main points
□ Include forward-looking close and contact information
Professional Business Style and Presentation:
□ Proofread and revise for correctness
□ Use correct short report and memo format
□ Use full block format, single spaced, readable font, with a ragged right margin
Citations and References:
□ Ensure all researched material is properly cited in APA style. Do not copy any material
from the text book, class slides, other students’ work, or any sources you consult
□ Paraphrase researched material wherever possible
□ Create correct and complete APA style reference list on separate and final page
Keep a list of your research and sources:
