Supply and Demand in Translation
Up to now we have seen different ways or options for determining the total cost of a translation, but now I would like to draw attention to the question of
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Translation Per Page
Translation work can be charged in different ways. There are certain standards that are used and they can change depending on the text, subject, number of words, size of the
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Discounts for Repetitions in Translations
As we saw in a previous post, there is a series of factors that determines the possibility for applying discounts to translation services. In this case, I would like to
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Translation Cost per Word
When it comes to preparing an estimate, freelance translators as well as translation agencies wish to offer a rate that would win the bid for the project and, whenever possible,
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Discounts in Translations
As happens in many other fields of the “services” sector, translation agencies often offer certain promotions or discounts that result from a series of variables. Let’s take a look at
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Translation Buyer Consideration
Some translation agencies try to find sly methods for making their customers pay more for the services being offered. The ploys can be incredibly simple, or sometimes they can be
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Using Technology in Translation Work
These days it is impossible for a translator to do his or her job without using a computer. But let’s not forget that it wasn’t always like this… A few
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The Financial Crisis and Translation
The news these days is full of market reports, minute-by-minute updates on the stock market and countless stories of small businesses being driven into bankruptcy. There is a general sense
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Importing and Exporting Translation Memories
When delivering projects to larger translation agencies or clients who use the Trados CAT tool, learning how to export and import translation memories is fundamental for smooth deliveries. Instead of
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Quick Guide for the Translation Buyer
When it comes time to translate a document, finding the right service provider can be tricky. So how do you find the right translation agency to fit your needs? We
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