Document management

McFelder Translations provides a one-stop shop for all your documentation needs so there is no need to use a wide range of different suppliers to create the final translated and fully edited document. We offer a range of services from simple translation of a text in a Word format through to the translation, desktop publishing and printing of a newsletter, brochure or complex manual. One supplier to complete all the various tasks involved guarantees an efficient solution for the client.

Desktop publishing services

Text that looks great in a design may not “fit” once translated into another language. Successful translation is almost an art, combining accuracy and technical know-how to recreate the original for a new audience. A design agency can insert text in another language, but errors are inevitable if the designer is not a linguist. Not all translation companies have the technical expertise to work on formatted material.

McFelder Translations provide a total Desktop Publishing (DTP) translation service. By fully understanding the client’s goals, the translated documents (including web pages) will not only read perfectly in another language, but they will look good as well. McFelder’s multilingual team of translators and DTP experts adapt the text and template design to the specific requirements of the individual language. They can translate directly into a range of DTP software packages and the final draft is then checked and approved in association with the translators, ensuring total accuracy in the final version.

To give clients this total translation service, McFelder Translations works to its own exacting standards. This means:

  • We adapt text and template design to the specific language requirements.
  • We can translate directly into a range of DTP software packages, including Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and QuarkXPress.
  • We edit and format as per the original design.
  • We check and approve the final draft in association with the translators.
  • Our language specialists ensure that no errors have been introduced into the text during the typesetting stage. This is essential for languages such as Chinese and Japanese.
  • We project manage every stage of the translation process, selecting the most suitable team of translators depending on the field of expertise and language combinations.
  • We work in accordance with the European Translation Quality Standard, EN 15038. All texts are proof read for spelling, punctuation, grammar and terminology.
  • We deliver to your deadline.

Why not trust a safe pair of hands to translate, edit and format your international documentation?

At your service

Contact us to discuss how we can tailor our document management services to give you the effective solution for your international communications. Call today for a free consultation. 0870 4955 422 (UK only) or +34 972 575 921 or email.

Multilingual translation projects

One language or ten, McFelder will manage the most complex of translation projects for you, making the process feel straightforward. We don’t use magic, but we do make use of our years of experience to meet our own high standards. We use strict Project Management techniques, stringent Quality systems, top notch Translation services and the tools discussed on this page to make sure we deliver complete translation solutions which fit your business perfectly.

Secure file sharing

Each client is provided with an individual client login to our secure file sharing service. This allows both the client and McFelder to upload and download large files in a fast and secure manner. In many cases manuals, brochures, presentations, posters and company literature in design format are particularly large files. Our system avoids the need to send files via email.

Flexible solutions and added value

At McFelder Translations, we believe your needs come first. As each translation project is unique, we tailor our service to meet your requirements. We have powerful solutions which allow us to translate more efficiently and keep your costs down.

  • High volume: for large scale, technically demanding translations, we can use sophisticated software which will help us build individual translation glossaries. This allows us to translate more efficiently.
  • Open projects: for clients with the need for regular pieces of translation, we can create an “open project” invoicing monthly and eliminating the minimum fee for every individual project.

Printing

As part of McFelder’s full documentation management process, we also provide printed copy of final texts to locations worldwide. For example, a publication can be delivered to an international conference or a brochure for a new product launch can be delivered to several countries in appropriate languages. Whatever you require we can carefully manage every step of the process including the delivery of the hard copy version of the document to whatever location you require.