The Document Control Tribune
Practical insights for Document Control professionals
Issue #35
Hello,
Welcome to issue #35 of The Document Control Tribune: a space dedicated to practical perspectives, real-world experience, and thoughtful conversations around Document Control.
Inbox Zero: Email Discipline for Information Flow
Email overload is not only a productivity issue.
In professional environments, a poorly managed inbox can create risks around traceability, missed instructions, and uncontrolled information flow.
This article explains what Inbox Zero really means, why it matters beyond personal productivity, and how structured email discipline supports better communication practices and stronger Document Control environments.
Quick Tip: Highlighting Changes with Vertical Margin Bars
Need to highlight changes clearly while keeping documents clean?
This short clip shows how vertical margin bars support controlled revisions.
Interview
This month’s interview features Samantha Keats, Project Coordinator and Functional Lead for Document Control at Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro.
Samantha shares her journey from hands-on project support to programme-level oversight, explaining how her role focuses on designing Document Control frameworks, supporting multiple major projects, and ensuring that documentation remains controlled, traceable, and reliable at scale.
Beyond her professional role, Samantha also reflects on the importance of balance, curiosity, and creating small pockets of calm and structure in everyday life.
D.Ceecee Comic: Quarterly Feature
A lighter look at everyday realities in Document Control.
View the full size comic here: 🔗https://www.consepsys.com/publications/d-ceecee-comics/
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