Developing an offshore wind (OSW) farm does not happen overnight; in fact, it can take several years to just get started. But what components do you need to create an operating OSW farm in the United States? We’ll go through the written support structures behind three different stages—planning, construction, and operations—that help evolve an…
As you start project planning, you may be thinking, “We’ll just hire a technical writer later if we find we need one. Abigail in marketing or Ryan in project management can tackle it for now.” Many businesses that take this route are trying to cut costs and hoping to get the work done with their…
If you’re planning a new facility construction in the oil and gas, renewable, or construction industries, it’s time to think about your Operations and Maintenance Procedures. Do you know what you need to include in them? Get ready for the rundown on the basics, so you can be sure you check all the boxes when…
Are you responsible for writing an environmental report for an upcoming project? It’s essential to get this work done right the first time, or you could face rising costs, project delays, and more. We’ll cover what environmental reports are, why they are so important, and what paths you can take to keep costs down and…
From conception to execution, and in some industries, decommissioning, all engineering projects have at least one thing in common: technical communication. Much of what engineers do ultimately needs to be “put on paper,” i.e., documented. Technical documents must clearly explain complex ideas to technicians, operators, engineers, management, and customers. But why? Clear, concise, and correct…
The 11th Annual ClearMark Awards are just around the corner and our very own Evalyn Shea is one of the judges! Curious about the awards, the judging criteria, or the award ceremony? We’ll cover it all here—just be sure to check back for the winners! What are the ClearMark Awards? The ClearMark Awards from the…
National Hurricane Preparedness Week kicks off on May 9th and runs until May 15th this year. Both individuals and businesses need to be prepared in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster. You’ve updated your policies for COVID-19, but are they still viable if a hurricane struck your business or employees’ homes? …
Is it time to improve your technical writing skills? The talent can be used for a variety of different purposes, including writing employee handbooks, procedures for work and safety, equipment manuals, and more. However, learning to write well does tend to be a bit more difficult than many people realize. If you want to brush…