12.12.2022

Document Translation

Translation Services UK

We only work with the best linguists around the world, ensuring 100% quality and unbeatable completion time

Our Translation Process

We deliver much more than just Certified Translation. Our experienced team can advise you how to prepare, translate, legalise and present your documents abroad. The way we handle any translation project is the same whether the translation is performed in-house or by one of our contracted translators. If a project requires the use of a team of translators, the project manager is responsible for the co-ordination of the team of translators. In each case a database of terminology and glossaries are built up and provided to all translators to ensure consistency throughout the project.

The initial request is received via any method the client decides A Project Manager (PM) is assigned to the project The PM liaises with the client to check their exact requirements, checks the source text for completeness and errors, confirms its acceptance and agrees rates and deadline.

Upon confirmation of the project, the following procedures take place:

A project plan is created and this covers all phases of the project along with a complete list of all persons responsible for every phase of the project.

The PM uploads the source text to our translation management system The PM assigns the project to the most suitable translator or divides it up between the most suitable team of translators based upon technicality, specialty and subject matter The PM is in constant contact with the translator/s and the client throughout the life cycle of the project.

The translator assesses the project and confirms if they have accepted the project The translator translates the text adhering to the glossaries of terms provide, and any other reference material supplied by the client The translator consults with the PM throughout the life cycle of the project The translator submits the completed translation to the PM and relays any comments or feedback.

The PM checks the first draft of the translation for completeness and formatting The PM assigns the first draft of the translation to a separate proof-reader, who then checks the translated text against the original source text for errors, linguistic style, language use and localization.

The proof-reader liaises with the PM regarding the translated text The proof-reader returns the fully proofread translation to the PM and explains any track changes
The PM uploads the translated and proofread document to our translation management system The PM makes the final changes and checks formatting etc.

Quality Control

We utilize our Swiss Standard to ensure consistent quality control for every project regardless of size or content. We systematically carry out quality control checks. The selection of the suitable translator is of central importance for ensuring the successful conclusion of any translation project. Translators are selected according to established criteria. This can be due to their overall profile or of their aptitude for a specific project. Every member of our team must be of the highest calibre.

Our Translators Must

  • Have a university degree or recognized professional certification
  • Pass accredited language tests
  • Translate into their mother tongue
  • Be given feedback before and after each of their jobs
  • Review each translation for grammar and content flow
  • Ensure each translation reads as if it has been written in the target language
  • Have a linguistic aptitude
  • Have experience with technical equipment
  • Be able to handle standard translation tools
  • Be able to handle new technologies
  • Have strict adherence to deadlines
  • Have access to specialist resources
  • Have the ability to work under pressure
  • Have the ability to communicate problems
  • Have the ability to handle criticism

Our Project Managers (PM’s) Must

  • Be experienced in using translation software tools (CAT Tools)
  • Have a minimum of 3 years PM experience
  • Be fluent in written and spoken English and at least one other language
  • Communicate with the client & translator/s in order to effectively manage the client’s project from start to finish
  • Ensure that all deadlines are met and the highest quality is provided throughout
  • Analyze each translation for completeness, format, content and flow

Our Proof-Readers Must

  • Analyze each translation for grammar and content flow
  • Have a university degree or recognized professional certification
  • Pass accredited language tests
  • Translate into their mother tongue
  • Be given feedback before and after each of their jobs
  • Review each translation for grammar and content flow
  • Ensure each Translation reads as if it has been written in the target language
  • Have a linguistic aptitude
  • Have experience with technical equipment
  • Be able to handle standard translation tools
  • Be able to handle new technologies
  • Have strict adherence to deadlines
  • Have access to specialist resources
  • Have the ability to work under pressure
  • Have the ability to communicate problems
  • Have the ability to handle criticism
  • Be native speakers of the target language
  • Track all changes that they make so that the PM can give constructive feedback to the translator/s

Quality Assurance Procedures

  • Proofreading, Formatting and Grammar
  • Independent analysis
  • In-house quality assurance

Proofreading, Formatting And Grammar

We use six categories to systemize our translation quality checks for errors, if a translator exceeds the maximum number of errors allowed, the translation is immediately returned to the translator for a full and complete revision. The errors themselves are of different degrees of seriousness. There are critical, severe and slight errors. Our translator database is then updated with an evaluation entry and the translator receives feedback regarding same.

All of our translations are read by two proof-readers who are native speakers with a third level linguistic education in the target language. This ensures the highest standards at all times. Again, any changes or errors are track changed for the PM to relay to the original translator. It is of the utmost importance to us to continually monitor all of our linguists to ensure the highest standard service every time.

They have to check for:

  • Language quality
  • Consistency
  • Grammar
  • Syntax
  • Style & flow

Our most important role is to ensure that the translated content flows and reads as if it had been written in the target language.

Independent Analysis

This is similar to proofreading but this process is usually used for larger projects that contain specialized subjects.

The independent reviewer will focus on the following areas:

  • Terminology, glossary checks
  • Language quality
  • Consistency
  • Grammar
  • Syntax
  • Style & flow

In-House Quality Assurance

  • Name checking
  • Number checking
  • Spell checking
  • Formatting and Fonts
  • Localization
  • Completeness checking
  • Correct use of glossaries
  • Deadlines adhered to
  • Project completion
When CTS receives a request from a client, the requested service is logged on to our system with the full details of the request including:

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