I’ll cut to the chase here. I’m not going to talk about review methods to help you spot errors in your document. This is about the other side of proofreading – what to do once you find mistakes and how to clearly communicate the changes to the document’s creator.
When it comes to working with others, especially those not in an office adjacent yours, using Adobe Acrobat is a smart way to proof and edit projects collaboratively. Whether you have the free version (Acrobat Reader) or the paid Acrobat Pro, you’ll have access to all the tools needed to add your two cents to a project.
A committee has been assembled, the scope has been outlined, you’ve hired a consultant and the research is underway. Everything feels under control but before you get too comfortable, make sure you have a solid plan for the end of the process – the part that involves producing a physical report that you’ll be proud to present.