ISO 17100 Certified

A Recognized Standard for Professional Translation

Quality translation takes more than fluency in two languages. It requires qualified linguists, clear project requirements, careful review, and a consistent process from start to finish.

TransNation is certified for ISO 17100:2015, the international standard for professional translation services. ISO 17100 belongs to the broader framework of international ISO standards, which also includes ISO 9001 for quality management systems.

ISO 17100 belongs to the broader framework of international ISO standards, which also includes ISO 9001 for quality management systems.

This certification provides independent confirmation that our translation processes, resources, and quality controls meet recognized requirements for delivering reliable professional translation services.

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What This Means for Our Clients

ISO 17100 provides a clear framework for managing professional translation projects. Our certified translation workflow includes:

Qualified translators with the appropriate language and subject-matter experience
Clearly documented project instructions and client requirements
Translation and revision performed by separate qualified linguists
Consistent terminology and style across projects
Documented quality checks
Organized project records
Final deliverables reviewed against client specifications

These requirements help ensure that translation projects performed within our ISO 17100 workflow are managed carefully and delivered with accuracy and consistency.

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Why ISO 17100 Matters

Organizations rely on translated content to communicate clearly with employees, customers, partners, and communities around the world.

ISO 17100 supports professional translation services through:

Qualified Linguists: Translation and revision are performed by professionals who meet defined qualification requirements.
Consistent Processes: Documented workflows help keep projects organized and quality consistent.
Clear Project Requirements: Language, audience, terminology, formatting, reference materials, and delivery requirements are established before work begins.
Dedicated Project Management: Our project managers coordinate each stage and help keep communication clear from project kickoff through delivery. For more than 20 years, TransNation has helped organizations communicate clearly across languages and markets. ISO 17100 certification formalizes many of the quality practices already built into our translation workflow and reinforces our commitment to accurate, consistent, and reliable service.

Why Choose TransNation

Organizations choose TransNation for a balance of language expertise and practical production experience.

Experienced professional linguists

Delivering accurate translation and localization services for global audiences.

Human-reviewed AI translation workﬂows

Human-reviewed AI translations that balance speed, accuracy, and linguistic quality.

Structured quality assurance processes

Rigorous quality control measures help maintain accuracy and consistency across every project.

Technical documentation and publishing expertise

Professional translation and localization of technical documentation with a focus on accuracy and clarity.

Support for multimedia and training content

Translation and localization for videos, e-learning materials, presentations, and training resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ISO 17100?

ISO 17100:2015 is an international standard for professional translation services. It establishes requirements for the linguists, processes, resources, and quality controls used to complete translation projects.

Is TransNation ISO 17100 certified?

Yes. TransNation is certified for ISO 17100:2015 for professional translation services performed within the scope of our certification.

Does ISO 17100 require an independent revision?

Yes. Translation services completed within the ISO 17100 workflow include revision by a qualified linguist other than the original translator.

Does ISO 17100 apply to every TransNation service?

No. ISO 17100 applies specifically to professional translation services included within the scope of our certification. It does not apply to interpreting services or every other service offered by TransNation.

Does ISO 17100 include AI or machine translation?

Raw machine-translation output followed by post-editing is outside the scope of ISO 17100:2015. TransNation offers AI-assisted translation through a separate workflow for projects with different speed, scale, and budget requirements.

Professional Translation You Can Trust

Our ISO 17100 certification reflects our commitment to qualified linguists, independent revision, consistent processes, and reliable translation services. Have questions about our professional translation services? Call us today at (972) 458-1616 or email translate@tnations.com.

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