How much notice do you need to resource projects?
In order for us to resource projects to a client’s specified deadline, we recommend allowing the following minimum lead times.
Two days’ notice
- Proofreading: small to medium projects (up to around 50 pages)
One week’s notice
- Proofreading: longer projects (over 50 pages)
- Copy-editing: small to medium projects (up to around 40 pages)
- Content creation: short pieces (e.g. web pages, blog posts, case studies, articles, bios)
Three to four weeks’ notice
- Proofreading: very long (over 150 pages) and/or technical projects
- Copy-editing: longer projects (over 40 pages)
- Editing and writing: substantial editing, writing or copywriting projects
- Consultancy: content audits and editorial consultancy projects (e.g. messaging frameworks, tone of voice reviews)
More than four weeks’ notice (or as much notice as possible!)
- Copy-editing: very long (over 100 pages) and/or technical projects
- Complex projects: multi-stage editing, writing or copywriting
- Consultancy: long-term and/or wide-ranging content and editorial support
- Specialist projects: anything for which we have to commission specialist teams (such as high-security and confidential reports, annual and sustainability reports, and very specialised technical areas e.g. medical)
How do you plan cover for projects?
Our tried-and-tested internal processes ensure that we can efficiently map capacity against client demand. Our workflow is audited annually under ISO 9001, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Client briefing: A detailed client brief is essential from the very start to match the right editorial professional to each job
- Capacity planning: We consider availability, expertise and specific client requests/contractual requirements
- Alternative scheduling: On the rare occasions we can’t meet a deadline, we will offer the next available window
- Peak planning: We prepare for peak periods such as the annual reporting season (January to April) and the run-up to parliamentary recess in June/July. More notice for projects during this time is beneficial
How much does it cost?
The short answer is it depends – because every project (and every client) is different. We can give options for a wide variety of projects and budgets, from proofreading a small leaflet through to managing a larger project requiring a multidisciplinary team or even delivering editorial training.
And we can always propose something suitable, even when budgets and/or timescales are tight.
Rest assured, we will look after you and manage the process on your behalf from start to finish.
Let’s discuss your project
For more details on how we can support your content and editorial needs:
- Email: angela@accuracymatters.co.uk
- Book a call: schedule time with Rachel
