Completing the Actual Translation Assignment

Once a translation has been assigned to us, the following workflow assures consistent quality for each translation:

Scheduling	Delegation of tasks to various team members (translators, proofreader, graphics experts) Setting up detailed schedules and deliverables for each team member
Job Preparation	In-house research of subject area Newly researched and existing resources are made available to all team members on the project to improve their understanding of documents
Terminology	Research of relevant database of technical glossaries Integration of any available client glossaries and in-house terminology databases
Actual Translation	Translation by one or more translators Use of translation memory tools to guarantee consistency, both within a document and with previous client material
Third-Party Proofreading	Independent proofreader with specific industry expertise to review translation Emphasis on accurate use of technical vocabulary, coherent style and readability of whole document
Post-Editing / Proofing	Final check of document Checking of layout, to comply with client requests regarding typesetting, corporate colour schemes, etc)
Translation Delivery	Product delivered to client for review and feedback