What is a banquet event order?

What is a banquet event order?
A Banquet Event Order is a document, usually created by an Event Coordinator/F&B Manager. It contains the most of the following information;Date of EventContact InformationBilling InformationType of EventGuest CountRoom or LocationTimeline of Guest arrivals, ceremonies, presentations, appetizers, cocktails, meals, desserts, toasts, coffee service, auctions (silent & live) etc.In-depth details of room set-ups, location set-ups, bar set-up, buffet set-ups, table set-ups, including table sizes/types, linen, glassware, flatware, dancefloor, stage, lights, audio/visual, chairs, etc.Description of Menu, entree counts, price per personDescription of Bar Services, corkage, type of beverages preferred alcohol, etc.Additional resourceslabor & staffingCost breakdownIn essence, a "footprint" of the entire event, from start to finish, no detail left to chance. No BEO is perfect however, as changes are ongoing up to and during any event. An event is a living, breathing "thing" and must be lovingly guided to its successful conclusion. Yeah, right!