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An executive summary is a concise overview of a larger document, such as a business report, proposal, or strategic plan. Its purpose is to summarize the key points, findings, and recommendations, allowing busy stakeholders to quickly understand the essential information without reading the entire document. Typically, it includes:

1. Purpose: A brief statement about what the document addresses.
2. Main Findings: Key results or insights derived from the analysis.
3. Recommendations: Suggested actions or decisions based on the findings.
4. Conclusion: A summary of the document's importance and implications.

An effective executive summary is clear, concise, and tailored to its audience, making it easier for decision-makers to grasp the critical elements and make informed choices.

• Length: generally no more than one page or 10% of the total number of pages of the original document.
• Clarity: sentences should be short and concise, spell out acronyms
• Purpose: that the executive summary serves to provide a concise overview of a larger document, allowing readers to quickly grasp the main points and decisions.
• Identify key points: Highlight the main objectives, findings, recommendations, and conclusions. Focus on what is most important for the audience.