Memo 2: company rebrand

English for Professional Purposes

Author
Affiliation

Ben Stanley

Department of Social Sciences, SWPS University

Published

September 1, 2026

Instructions

For the following scenario, write a concise and professional business memo that effectively communicates the necessary information. Pay attention to the format, tone, and content of your memo, ensuring it is appropriate for the intended audience and purpose.

Scenario

You are the Marketing Manager. You need to announce a company rebrand to all staff. The rebrand includes a new logo, updated brand colours, and revised messaging guidelines. Explain the reasons for the rebrand, the timeline for implementation, and what employees need to do to ensure consistency across all communications.

Notes on structure

Header

  • To: Recipient(s) name and title
  • From: Your name and title
  • Date: Full date
  • Subject: Clear, specific, and concise description

Opening

  • Context: Briefly introduce the topic and its relevance
  • Purpose: Clearly state the reason for writing the memo

Body

  • Main points: Organise information logically with headings and bullet points
  • Supporting details: Provide data, examples, or explanations as needed
  • Call to action: Specify the desired outcome or next steps

Closing

  • Summary: Briefly restate the main points and purpose
  • Contact information: Offer to answer questions or provide clarification