A business reference is a recommendation provided by a client, vendor or other business associate or contact. You may be called upon to provide a business reference letter to verify the quality of a contract company’s work to a new client. The reference might recommend the business to other clients, or, in general, to provide an endorsement of a contact for business purposes.
A reference letter can be sent via post or email, and should maintain a professional appearance.
What to Include in a Business Reference Letter
A business letter should begin with your contact information and the contact information of the person receiving the recommendation. When sending an email, include “Reference” or “Recommendation” in the subject line, in addition to the company’s or person’s name.
Begin with an appropriate salutation, and end with a professional close. The body of your letter should provide information and examples of the high quality of the product or service. You should also mention how pleased you were with the work, and offer to elaborate on or clarify any points.
Examples of Business Reference Letters
The following are examples of business reference letters recommending the services provided by a company or individual.