If you’re about to embark on the search for the right translation partner for your business and your needs, you need to know what you’re looking for. It may feel like you’re stumbling around in unknown territory with the various translation agencies you can find online (not to mention all the freelance translators you might have come across).

More often than not, translations are needed as quickly as possible and agencies don’t have much lead time. Any number of factors can affect how long it will take to deliver a translation, including the length and complexity of the text and the availability of the translators and reviewers.

Although all quotes from translation service providers have the total price, often that’s the only thing they have in common. Different calculation methods and service packages can make comparing the cost of translation services extremely difficult. So here’s what to look out for when buying translation services.

A higher price doesn’t always equal higher quality. In the translation industry in particular, it can mean slow, inefficient workflows. Advanced technology and optimized process management will give you significantly better quality translations and save you a considerable amount of money in the medium and long term. To make sure you get maximum...

Certifications are one of the most important criteria when assessing the credentials of a translation service provider. MEINRAD was audited by TAW Cert in October 2019, with the aim not just of reviewing our existing certifications but also of obtaining a new certification. But what does certification involve, and why is it so important? 

If you’re looking for a translation service provider, you’ll inevitably be confronted with endless questions. We’ve previously explained what a translation agency does, but what’s the difference between working directly with a freelance translator and working with a translation agency?