Things to Consider
When Looking for A Reputable Translations Company
It can be hard to tell from face value what quality and
caliber to expect from a translation company. How can you know for sure that
you are receiving the exact translation that accurately represents the message?
Here are a few things to consider before you begin your
engagement with any type of Translation Company.
1. Do they have the right experience?
The only way to ensure that your translation is of the
highest quality is to work with a translations specialist with extensive
experience. Those that have done this work a thousand times will be able to
provide top-quality products from the resource and comprehension of the
languages being translated. Make sure this is a company that has done this work
plenty of times before as this is the only way to be sure of a high-quality
production.
If you are unsure, just ask to see their testimonials and
record of service.
2. Do they use native-speaking
professional translators?
If you need a translation of the highest quality, it is
essential that the translators you employ have the experience and capacity to
deliver in the language you need. This means that there is a specific language
that they work in. Those that offer translations in 100 different languages may
not actually master any of them. The language they use should sound as natural
and fluid as the original letter. If you aren’t sure what to expect, ask if you
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3. Is the translation company
professionally accredited?
It may also be good to check the accreditations of the
translation company in question. In the UK, the regulatory board presiding over
this service is the Institute of Translation and Interpreting. The American
Translators Association provides this quality control in the US. While this
doesn’t mean your translation will be perfect if you choose a company
authorized by an accrediting board, you will find the standards of excellence
are much higher among accredited translation services.
Can’t see a certificate of professional accreditation
online? Request a scanned copy of the original before hiring a translation
company.
4. Good relations with important clients?
Not every translation company is going to have a Forbes 500
client list. Nevertheless, if you find a company that does offer
their services to the most respectable and well-known clients, you can be sure
their results are going to be above average. Be sure to ask about their most
important clients and what type of services they provide to prestigious
organizations.
5. Where are they located?
There will be sometimes when working with a translation
company in a foreign country is the only way to go. But if you need your
translations available during your working hours, there is really no need to
search on the other side of the globe. Of course, instant communications make
everything possible.
6. Do they save you money on translations?
There are many tools available online that can help
translation companies perform their work. Those companies that employ Computer Aided Tools (CATs) can perform their
work faster and more effectively. Typically, these companies will pass their
savings on to you.
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