MEMORANDUM
To: Dr. Erica Paterson, English 301 Instructor
From: Madison Davies
Date: February 24, 2019
Subject: English 301 – Assignment 2:3 – Formal Report Progress Memo
As you per your request, I am writing to you today in order to provide you with an update on the progress I have made thus far on my Formal Report and details on my schedule moving forward.
Audience of the Report:
The intended reader for my final report is the manager of the Body Energy Club located on Robson and Homer in Vancouver, BC. As the leader at this local Body Energy Club, the manager has the authority to implement new policies and has direct contact to those higher up in the company.
Purpose of the Report:
To eliminate the usage of plastic straws at the Body Energy Club located on Robson and Homer. I will examine both employees and customers in order to determine their views on implementing alternatives to the plastic straw. I will also examine the cost benefit analysis of paper straws and reusable metal straws.
Significance of the Report:
This report is significant because today in 2019, plastic waste is an evident problem. Although plastic straws only make up a small portion of this access waste, eliminating their usage would be an important stepping stone to implementing other environmentally friendly plastic-free options into the food industry.
Research Plan:
Feb 24 – Compose questions for the short interviews
Feb 25-28 – Conduct primary research at the Body Energy Club located at Robson and Homer by surveying customers and employees.
March 1-2 – Assemble and summarize data.
March 3-8 – Conduct secondary research including referencing other health food stores who have eliminated plastic straws. Gather statistics including if this influenced sales positively or negatively.
March 10 – Complete rough draft of final research proposal.
March 17 – Complete peer review of peer’s formal report draft in Last But not Least Team.
March 18 – Continue revising formal report based on peer critique.
April 9 – Complete formal report and submit via UBC blogs.
I have attached below the links to my formal report outline and my interview questions. I appreciate that you are taking the time to review my progress report. Please let me know if you have any comments or concerns.
Sincerely,
Madison Davies
English 301 Interview Questions
Hi all! My name is Madison Davies and I am in my last semester at UBC. I joined this course very late but I'm hoping to be able to catch up and add to the collaborative work environment, as well as be an asset to my team. I am studying sociology and psychology. After graduation, I hope to find a career in PR or Communications as that is where most of my work experience is. I enjoy being active and hanging out with my friends and family. My hobbies include makeup, fashion, and taking care of my dog.
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