Why a Localization Kit is Essential for Documentation Translation

Many customers new to translation projects ask us what they need to provide in order to receive an accurate cost-estimate quotation. Some potential clients who have not submitted resources for a quotation even think that translation is a "drive through" process: drop the document in a window and drive around the corner to pick up the analysis.

The reality is quite different: quality language translation service takes time and goes through a review/QA process, just as you would do when you created your source documents. Your translation company can only produce a quotation promptly and accurately if they are provided with complete and accurate information and resources at the time of the initial quote request.

You will need to provide the same items to your language service provider for a quotation that you would provide to initiate an actual translation project. The name for these collective items is referred to as a " Localization Kit" Quite simply this is composed of your source files and the specific information that will enable your translation agency to understand the scope of your requirements.

Peter W. Betts – Globalization Services Consulting

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