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Consumers of language services must
decide whether to use a translation services company or an independent
translator or interpreter. Each choice has its pros and cons.
Companies provide the convenience of
one-stop shopping for a variety of languages and subjects, as well as
related services such as copywriting and printing. Companies are also in a
position to provide service when it is needed, whereas individual
translators may not always be available.
But the middleman must be paid, so it may be more economical to find an
independent provider. This option is especially suited to those with well-defined
needs in a specific language and access to a large pool of service providers. An
individual’s qualifications may be ascertained by asking for references and by
inquiring about Federal Court Interpreter Certification or credentials from such organizations as the American Translators
Association or The Translators and Interpreters Guild.
AATIA's
Linguist
Locator is an invaluable tool for finding companies or individuals and will identify those who are
credentialed.
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