I think being super formal like this method really pays off when you have to collaborate. Far easier, more efficient and accurate to say “Look a section IV.c and tell me what you think.” Rather than “that one part with the dude, ya know”
Most writing outlines are for yourself though, but yeah, when it’s in an organization you need something formalized, at minimum just so you can quickly find what you need to find. If every person has their own system of organizing things then it’s going to be a mess.
I think being super formal like this method really pays off when you have to collaborate. Far easier, more efficient and accurate to say “Look a section IV.c and tell me what you think.” Rather than “that one part with the dude, ya know”
Most writing outlines are for yourself though, but yeah, when it’s in an organization you need something formalized, at minimum just so you can quickly find what you need to find. If every person has their own system of organizing things then it’s going to be a mess.