ISO 17100

• Can you rely on the translation made?
• Has it been interpreted correctly? Sometimes translation can be a matter of life or death
• Was it translated by a professional company that has been certificated by an accredited body?
• Can I rely on the service given?
• Do they have training in place to ensure accuracy?

Benefits of ISO 17100

• An accredited certification in place to show your company has the means and skills to ensure the translation is clear and precise

Implementation of the ISO 17100

• Translators will need to prove competence with either an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification or at least 5 years of experience
• Revisers to ensure Translator compliance
• Project Managers must have documented competence – either by formal or informal training
• Regular updating of required competences to ensure continual improvement
• Access to Technical resources to assist translation and the ability to share knowledge within the organisation
• Good internal communication throughout the company

The Certification Process for ISO 17100 will include

• Assessment of translator (both in company and outside contractor) qualifications and competency
• Demonstrate clearly documented process to ensure translator competency in the future – and regular maintenance to ensure training is updated
• Show availability of technical resources to assist translators in the role
• Display communication process between translator, reviser and project management teams