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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select and prepare resources
   • Select and use appropriate technology and software applications to produce required business documents
   • Select layout and style of publication according to information and organisational requirements
   • Ensure document design is consistent with company and/or client requirements, using basic design principles
   • Discuss and clarify format and style with person requesting document/publication
2. Design document
   • Identify, open and generate files and records according to task and organisational requirements
   • Design document to ensure efficient entry of information and to maximise presentation and appearance of information
   • Use a range of functions to ensure consistency of design and layout
   • Operate input devices within designated requirements
3. Produce document
   • Complete document production within designated timelines according to organisational requirements
   • Check document produced to ensure it meets task requirements for style and layout
   • Store document appropriately and save document to avoid loss of data
   • Use manuals, training booklets and/or helpdesks to overcome basic difficulties with document design and production
4. Finalise document
   • Proofread document for readability, accuracy and consistency of language, style and layout prior to final output
   • Make any modifications to document to meet requirements
   • Name and store document in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without data loss/damage
   • Print and present document according to requirements