How to write a WAC Report?

Written analysis and communication (WAC), with its

focus on report writing is based on case analysis. The
process that is followed is the problem solving approach,
which requires the student to:
1. Provide an introduction to the case or the
situation: A brief introduction to the case or the
situation stating the case facts needs to be
provided.
2. Identify the problem: The gap between the ideal
and the real solution needs to be identified.
3. Identify decision areas: Short , medium and long
term  decision areas need to be identified.
4. Define objectives: The desired situation needs to
be defined. The situation can be long term or short
term or both.
5. Develop criteria: Yardsticks to ensure the writer is
on track.
6. Generate Options: Reduce, Categorize and Rank
creative options by relevance and probability of
meeting criteria.
7. Evaluate Options: Through critical, logical and
consistent thinking.
8. Recommended decision: The recommended
decision that is in adequate response to the
problem that can be implemented needs to be
stated.
9. Action Plan: Action Steps and their consequences,
deciding who does that, when, where and how.
10. Contingency Plan:  Advance planning in case of
something going wrong.