Regarding recruitment workshop reports and the like, the advisors want/need to make sure that a) there is a plan and that all is in good order. These aren't to take place at the last minute, and they want to be able to help tweak if need be, AND they need to ensure that NMs are up to speed early enough on in the process, so they're comfortable with the process. And details can always be updated -- include an evaluation of how it all went. Would never be refused!