Creating Scalable Standards: PRDs, QA Guidelines, and SOPs
Selvie Yang
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Technical Writer
Jira
Documentation is essential in every workplace, whether in large organizations or small teams. Yet, it’s often overlooked due to the fast-paced and iterative nature of work. Unfortunately, this neglect creates a gap in knowledge transfer, especially when onboarding new team members. Without a reliable and centralized source of information, valuable time is wasted explaining processes repeatedly.
Recognizing this, I prioritize creating documentation that is not only clear and concise but also scalable and easy to maintain. My goal is to ensure that anyone—regardless of their role—can easily access and update the information they need, reducing friction in knowledge sharing and improving efficiency.
My Approach to Documentation:
Audience-Centered Content: Tailoring language, tone, and complexity based on the users who will reference it.
Effective Use of Visuals: Incorporating visuals like diagrams, charts, and screenshots to enhance understanding.
Clarity & Brevity: Keeping sentences concise and to the point to ensure quick comprehension.
These principles guided me in creating standardized documents, such as Product Requirements Guidelines, Quality Assurance Guidelines, and Tutorial SOPs. These materials remain in active use today, proving their long-term value and usability.
Selvie created scalable, user-friendly documentation, including PRDs, QA guidelines, and SOPs, improving knowledge transfer and efficiency across teams.