October 18, 2026
Collect language, document type and intended use before estimating. Explain delivery, review and confidentiality arrangements clearly. Do not imply every translation meets an external organization’s requirements without checking. A useful proposal identifies the accepted scope and limitations, with a clear process for changes or unclear source material.
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October 18, 2026
Provide a clear copy through a suitable private route and confirm length, deadline and delivery format. Check any specific recipient requirements directly before commissioning work. Keep translation, editing and other specialist review separate rather than assuming they are included in one quoted fee.
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October 18, 2026
Identify the source and target languages and explain how the translated document will be used. Ask whether the provider supports the document type. A general translation and a version required by a particular organization may need different processes or confirmation.
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