Key Components of a Document Translation Project

Understanding the key components of a document translation project can help you and your organization plan and budget accordingly. The following are the key elements we analyze for every document translation project.

Purpose and audience of the translation: Our first question is, “What is the purpose of the document being translated and who is the target audience?” We often work together with our clients to assess the target audience and the objective of the document translation. For example, in the case of government or legal filings, we know from experience that these types of translations have formatting requirements, strict filing deadlines and often require a certificate of accuracy.

Size and timing: Another two key elements are the size of the document and the translation deadline. Knowing the size of the document and when it is due can help our expert project managers employ the correct number of resources so that the project is turned in on time with accurate and consistent use of terminology.

Language pair(s): Understanding all the target languages is another key element. If a project requires a document to be translated into multiple languages, our project managers are trained to utilize certain workflows that ensure accuracy across all target languages.

Subject matter: Identifying the subject matter of each translation is essential to providing high quality output for our clients. We match every translation with an expert linguist experienced in translating the document’s given subject matter. A medical translation, for example, will very likely require specific expertise to ensure the correct terminology is used in the translation. Depending on the subject matter, our project managers will select the right team for each project.

File format: Another element to consider is the file format of the original document and what output format is required. Trusted Translations has a dedicated in-house team of programmers that focuses solely on the formatting of our client’s document translations. From scanned documents to MS Office and Adobe Illustrator formats, we assess upfront the file format required and deliver accordingly to our clients.

No matter the size or type of document of the translation project, Trusted Translations has the experience to provide high-quality output at some of the best rates in the market. Our expert account managers can easily walk you through the process and deliver your project expeditiously. Please do not hesitate to contact us today for a consultation and/or quote.