Useful options include as discussed, as we discussed, following our conversation, and further to our conversation. The best choice depends on context: clearer alternatives to per our conversation in emails and follow-ups.
Choose the Phrase by Level of Formality
- As discussed
- As we discussed
- Following our conversation
- Further to our conversation
- As mentioned earlier
- As we agreed
- As we spoke about
- Based on our conversation
- In line with our discussion
- As noted during our conversation
- To follow up on our conversation
As discussed
“As discussed” is concise, neutral, and one of the best all-purpose alternatives in professional email.
Example: As discussed, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
As we discussed
“As we discussed” is slightly fuller and emphasizes that both parties took part in the discussion.
Example: As we discussed, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
Following our conversation
“Following our conversation” is useful when the message is a direct consequence or continuation of the earlier discussion.
Example: Following our conversation, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
Further to our conversation
“Further to our conversation” is formal, especially in British business writing, and can sound slightly traditional.
Example: Further to our conversation, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
As mentioned earlier
“As mentioned earlier” works when the point was raised previously but not necessarily agreed.
Example: As mentioned earlier, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
As we agreed
“As we agreed” is best when the conversation produced a clear decision or commitment.
Example: As we agreed, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
As we spoke about
“As we spoke about” is conversational and natural when referring back to a specific topic.
Example: As we spoke about, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
Based on our conversation
“Based on our conversation” shows that the next point or action is grounded in what was discussed.
Example: Based on our conversation, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
In line with our discussion
“In line with our discussion” is formal and useful when the message follows an agreed direction.
Example: In line with our discussion, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
As noted during our conversation
“As noted during our conversation” is specific when you want to point to something recorded or stated during the discussion.
Example: As noted during our conversation, I’ve attached the revised proposal.
To follow up on our conversation
“To follow up on our conversation” is ideal for an email sent specifically to continue or confirm a previous conversation.
Example: To follow up on our conversation, I’ve attached the revised proposal.