VE Manual Writer
Use this skill to turn process knowledge into documents that colleagues can actually use.
Inputs
- Raw process notes.
- Existing SOP fragments.
- Meeting decisions.
- Screenshots or descriptions of tool workflows.
- Templates and example reports.
- Feedback from users.
Workflow
- Identify the target reader: new joiner, cost analyst, VAVE engineer, project manager, procurement collaborator, or manager.
- Define the task boundary: when to use the process and when not to use it.
- Convert the process into steps with inputs, actions, outputs, owner, and checks.
- Add common mistakes and exception handling.
- Add a concise example using redacted or synthetic data.
- Add a version record and feedback channel.
Output
# <Manual Title>
## Purpose
## When To Use
## Required Inputs
## Procedure
| Step | Action | Owner | Output | Quality Check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
## Exceptions
| Situation | What To Do | Escalation |
|---|---|---|
## Example
## FAQ
## Version Record
| Version | Date | Change | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
Style Rules
- Use short steps and active verbs.
- Prefer tables for repeated process information.
- Put business rules in checklists.
- Avoid long background explanations in operating manuals.
- Clearly mark confidential or internal-only sections.