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ISO certified translation and interpreting
Five international standards, independently audited, cover how we manage quality, translate, post-edit machine translation, interpret, and protect your data. For regulated work and procurement reviews, that means less risk and fewer questions.
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Our certifications
What each standard certifies, what it means for your project, and which services it covers.
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ISO 9001:2015
Quality management systems
An audited quality management system across the company: documented processes, measured performance, and corrective action when something goes wrong.
What it means for you
- The same process on every project, from a birth certificate to a clinical study
- Feedback is tracked and acted on, not filed away
- Continual improvement, verified by independent audits
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ISO 17100:2015
Translation services
The international standard for translation services: qualified translators, revision by a second linguist, project management, and records for every job.
What it means for you
- Translators who meet defined qualification requirements
- Every translation revised by a second qualified linguist
- Terminology, instructions, and records managed for every project
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ISO 18587:2017
Post-editing of machine translation output
The standard for full post-editing of machine translation output and for post-editor competences.
What it means for you
- Machine translation used only where it fits the content
- Output post-edited to human quality by qualified linguists
- Faster turnaround on high-volume content without cutting quality
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ISO 18841:2018
Interpreting services
The standard for interpreting services: interpreter qualifications, preparation, and professional ethics.
What it means for you
- Interpreters matched to the setting, with credentials where required
- Briefing materials sent ahead so interpreters arrive prepared
- A professional code of ethics on every assignment
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ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Information security management
An audited information security management system that protects client data with risk-based controls.
What it means for you
- Files move through our encrypted client portal, never open email
- AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS 1.2+ in transit
- Access limited to the people assigned to your project
How a certified project runs
The ISO 17100 workflow behind every translation, from setup to delivery.
- Project setupWe confirm your requirements, reference material, and terminology, and assign linguists qualified for the language and subject.
- TranslationA qualified translator translates the content and checks it against the source.
- RevisionA second qualified linguist compares the translation with the source and corrects it.
- Final verificationThe project manager checks the files, the format, and the instructions before release.
- Delivery and recordsWe deliver through the secure portal and keep the records. Your feedback feeds our ISO 9001 corrective action process.
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- Copies of our current certificates on request
- Confidentiality agreements and background checks for every linguist
- Encrypted client portal, with AES-256 at rest and TLS 1.2+ in transit
- Audit-ready records of translation and revision for every project
- GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract 47QRAA18D0031
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Is Translation Excellence ISO certified?
Yes. Translation Excellence is certified to ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 17100 for translation services, ISO 18587 for post-editing of machine translation, ISO 18841 for interpreting services, and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 for information security. Each certification is maintained through independent audits.
What is ISO 17100?
ISO 17100 is the international standard for translation services. It sets requirements for translator qualifications, revision of every translation by a second qualified linguist, project management, and the records kept for each job.
Is an ISO 17100 translation the same as a certified translation?
No. A certified translation comes with a signed statement that the translation is complete and accurate, which courts and agencies such as USCIS require. ISO 17100 certifies the process used to produce the translation. We provide both.
What does ISO 18587 cover?
ISO 18587 is the standard for full post-editing of machine translation output and for post-editor competences. We use it for high-volume content where machine translation fits, with qualified linguists post-editing the output to human quality.
What does ISO/IEC 27001 mean for my data?
It means our information security management system is independently audited. Your files move through our encrypted client portal, with AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS 1.2+ in transit, and access is limited to the people assigned to your project.
Can I get copies of your ISO certificates?
Yes. We share current certificates on request for procurement and vendor reviews. Email info@translationexcellence.com or schedule a meeting with our team.
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