A picture is worth a thousand words. Give your data graphically and avoid tables since they take longer to assimilate. If you must show an experimental protocol, do it in cartoon form. Use color as an accent, sparingly. Color is a great way to draw attention to an important aspect of your work, but a lot of color is distracting.
Speed is of the essence.
That time might have been spent in the library or at the bench. There are other ways, for example large single sheet posters are very professional. This is one of an excellent series. .