technical translation

September 13, 2021

Translation memory cleaning and maintenance

Translation memory cleaning and maintenance Translation memories (TMs) reduce translation costs and turnaround times for frequently updated content. TMs streamline the process by helping identify all new content and auto-filling unchanged translations from prior versions. Who benefits most from translation memories? IT and manufacturing clients […] (Read more...)

April 30, 2021

Case study: Linguistic validation of IFUs on a tight deadline

Executive Summary The client, a manufacturer of laser therapy delivery devices, needed three user manuals translated into eight European languages. Devices sold in the European Union need to demonstrate full compliance with EU-MDR regulations. Therefore, translations for labeling and instructions for use (IFUs) require linguistic […] (Read more...)

April 13, 2021

Case study: Global employee outreach for a pharmaceutical manufacturer

Executive Summary Our client, one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, produces vaccines and pharmaceuticals for human and animal health. In addition to headquarters in Germany, the company also operates subsidiaries and sales offices in Canada, China, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Spain, and […] (Read more...)

September 20, 2021

Case study: Translation services for clinical trials

Executive Summary Our client provides software development, consulting, and training for medical and life sciences research. They came to Scriptis requesting translation services for clinical trials. Specifically, training modules for a pharmaceutical trial required translation from English into Japanese. The purpose of the clinical trial was […] (Read more...)

January 5, 2021

Choosing a translation agency: Should I request sample translations?

Choosing a translation agency: Should I request sample translations? When choosing a translation agency, you should take several factors into account. Quality matters a lot, but many other considerations also come into play. Response time, flexibility, subject-matter expertise, capacity, and technical savvy will all impact […] (Read more...)