A simple online search for a translation service opens up many possibilities, from freelance translators to professional translation agencies to free online tools, all competing for your business.
It's easy to spot the pitfalls and horror stories that free online machine translation can lead to. You can also hire the professional interpreter through the web.
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What may not be so obvious to a business is the benefits of paying a little more to hire the services of a professional agency than using the cheaper online alternatives your business may have.
Professional translation agencies provide a professional service with all the experience and customer service you would expect from any professional company.
While freelance translators who work for 2 cents per word and promise a same-day turnaround time may seem very attractive, in most cases you are paying for unedited and uncorrected translations.
The most valuable resource available to a truly professional translation agency is the team of qualified local linguists in the country, both internal and freelance, with many language combinations and a wide range of expertise on the subject.
This means they always have translators with the appropriate language skills and knowledge to tackle your project, saving you time searching for someone who may or may not be able to do the job online.
So whether you decide to hire a professional translation agency for your business depends on whether you want your overseas clients and partners to receive the same level of professionalism as at home and how much you value their business.