Report writing is to create a formal document that specifies and analyzes an issue. It can be for academic, technical, business or other purpose, on any topic, and in any length. A typical report contains the following sections: title, abstract, table of contents, introduction, main body, conclusion, recommendations, references, and appendixes.

When writing a report, it is vital to understand who the target readers are, what they need to know from this report and how they will use such knowledge. Identify the issue first, then consider what the aim of the report is. For example, the report can be specifying a new procedure to enhance business productivity, with the aim being to analyze what has been achieved and how it compares with previous results. Or the report can be specifying a problem that has caused damage, with the aim being to analyze why this has happened and how it can be solved.

Sufficient and accurate data should be provided throughout the report to support the arguments made in the analysis. The writing should be precise and supplemented with appropriate graphics. A proper conclusion can help the readers appreciate the significance of the report and whether its aim has been successful.