When it comes to translation there is nothing more crucial than selecting the right translation company as you shouldn’t leave the decision swinging in the balance.
Multi-lingual communities like Dubai rely on translation services for prosperous business procedures, cross-culture communications, and successful professional developments.
Choosing the right translation company will ensure your company branding is retained, your audience is accurately and effectively targeted, and professionalism is maintained.
The following checklist will help you choose a translation provider that suits your needs; offering value for money, efficiency, reliability, accuracy and credibility.
Translation Experience
It is essential that your Dubai translation specialist has experience in your subject field. If you are translating specialised, legal, or sensitive documents it is crucial you check the translation provider’s credentials and ensure they have the knowledge to handle your translation requests. Ask for samples of similar work, check their previous clients, talk to the translators to discover their talents, and use native speakers wherever possible. Ensure that all the languages you require are covered by translation provider to guarantee they can fulfil your requirements.
Specialised Translation
Different industries require different specialisation so check which Dubai translation providers specialise in your field. If you know in advance you will require specialist translation services shop around and select a translation expert that understands the industry terms of your company. Format for translated documents need to be clarified with translation providers to ensure they can offer the medium you require; if you need mobile apps, web based content or creative marketing content check they can realise your expectations, both in language and format.
Translation Project Schedule
If you know your require a prompt translation check the provider can assure delivery within your timescale. Ask if they use in-house, and freelance, translators as this may speed up your translation. Check productivity rates, and availability of extra work hours, to complete the translation in time.
Translation Client Confidentiality
Your Dubai translation experts should offer complete client confidentiality for all your translated materials. Documents should be securely stored, both electronically and physical paper copies, to guarantee confidentiality and security.
Translation Cost
Cost is often an important factor when selecting a translation company to work with. Be aware of your budget and ask for a quote that includes all fees and charges. Be aware that ‘rush’ projects will often carry a premium so plan ahead and select your translator early.
Translation Company Comparison
Approach more than one translation company when asking for quotes. Be sure to check for discrepancies between services offered by each translation provider to ensure you’ll receive a comparable service. It is also worth asking translation vendors to supply a sample of their work with the quote so you can assess a finished product.
As with any business transaction it is valuable to consider the unquantifiable ‘extras’ that some companies will naturally give. For example, responsiveness, approachability, flexibility, courtesy, and so on, that make some companies stand out from the crowd. Speak to previous, or present, clients of the translation company you intend to use to ascertain the level of hidden extras.
When it comes to choosing your translation company in Dubai, advance preparation and planning are essential in allowing you the space and time to find the best translation provider for your needs.
