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Writing for the Web: The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two

Writing for the Web: The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Web content succeeds when it respects cognitive limits. Structuring information into manageable units improves comprehension and usability online.

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The Information Mapping format: a proven content standard

The Information Mapping format: a proven content standard

by Information Mapping 2 min read 1 Comment

The Information Mapping format provides a research-based standard for organizing information clearly and consistently. It supports accuracy, usability, and scalability across document types.

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6 Steps to Avoiding Customer Service Nightmares

6 Steps to Avoiding Customer Service Nightmares

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Customer service failures often stem from unclear processes and inconsistent documentation. Clear, structured guidance helps teams respond confidently and consistently under pressure.

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Mind Mapping vs. Information Mapping®: diagramming vs. structured authoring

Mind Mapping vs. Information Mapping®: diagramming vs. structured authoring

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Mind mapping supports idea generation, while structured authoring supports clarity, consistency, and execution. Information Mapping is designed for documentation that must be used, maintained, and trusted.
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3 “Must Have” Strategies for the Oil and Gas Sector’s Big Shift Change

3 “Must Have” Strategies for the Oil and Gas Sector’s Big Shift Change

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Major workforce transitions in oil and gas require clear documentation to preserve safety, consistency, and operational knowledge during shift changes.

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Mergers, acquisitions, and spinoffs: critical tests of your content

Mergers, acquisitions, and spinoffs: critical tests of your content

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Mergers and acquisitions expose weaknesses in documentation. Clear, structured content supports integration, continuity, and operational stability during change.

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So you’ve developed a Corporate Content Standard? That’s great—but your work has just begun.

So you’ve developed a Corporate Content Standard? That’s great—but your work has just begun.

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Creating a corporate content standard is only the first step. Real value comes from adoption, reinforcement, and long-term governance.

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Want faster results from your business communications? Slow down, use plain language—and be prepared to pay the costs.

Want faster results from your business communications? Slow down, use plain language—and be prepared to pay the costs.

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Faster communication outcomes come from clarity, not speed. Investing time in plain language and structure reduces rework and delays later.

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Getting non-writers to create usable documentation: 5 essentials for success

Getting non-writers to create usable documentation: 5 essentials for success

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Non-writers can create effective documentation when structure, guidance, and expectations are clear. Usability depends on support, not writing talent.

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3 Tips for Disgruntled Technical Communicators

3 Tips for Disgruntled Technical Communicators

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Frustration among technical communicators often stems from unclear expectations and inconsistent standards. Structure restores clarity and professional impact.

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Nobody wants to read what you write!

Nobody wants to read what you write!

by Information Mapping 2 min read

Most readers avoid documentation not because it is unimportant, but because it is difficult to use. Clear structure makes content approachable, readable, and actionable.

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Need to correct cGMP deviations? Look beyond “human error”

Need to correct cGMP deviations? Look beyond “human error”

by Information Mapping 2 min read

cGMP deviations often point to unclear processes rather than individual mistakes. Clear documentation reduces variability and supports sustainable compliance.

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