Uniform interpretation requires efforts to arrive at common understanding of the problems involved and efforts to reach common ground for handling these problems. The use of conferences to reconcile differences of view contributes to promptness in arriving at the correct conclusion and should be freely used. Although it is essential that questions be answered as correctly and wisely as possible, it is also essential that they be answered without undue delay. While it is necessary that questions and problems be properly researched and explored, it is essential that the results of extended deliberations do not cause delay in arriving at answers. The disposition of cases and other matters can be speeded if unnecessary levels of review are avoided.
Prompt decisions are in part a matter of efficient work habits.
It is important that all employees and supervisors follow closely the progress of work for which they are responsible. All supervisors should devote a substantial amount of their time to assuring promptness in completing work. Priorities Incoming correspondence is normally processed in order of receipt. However, certainitems such as requests for technical advice are given priority. There are also certain items such as White House, Congressional, and Technical and General mail that are subject to special handling requirements.