ASTM F 2575 : 2014 : REDLINE

1.1This guide identifies factors relevant to the quality of language translation services for each phase of a translation project. The guide is intended for use by all stakeholders, with varying levels of knowledge in the field of translation.

1.2This guide is designed to provide a framework for agreement on specifications for translation projects. Within this framework, the participants in a service agreement can define the processes necessary to arrive at a product of desired quality to serve the needs and expectations of the end user.

1.3This guide does not provide specific metrics.

1.4This guide also includes a list of specification parameters that shall be considered before work begins.

1.5Translation can be viewed in a number of contexts.

1.6This guide offers an organized collection of information and does not recommend a specific course of action. This guide cannot replace education or experience and should be used in conjunction with professional judgment. Not all aspects of this guide can be applicable in all circumstances. This ASTM guide is not intended to represent or replace the standard of care by which the adequacy of a given professional service shall be judged, nor should this guide be applied without consideration of a project’s unique aspects. The word “Standard” in the title of this guide means only that the guide has been approved through the ASTM International consensus process.

1.7This guide does not address interpreting (also called interpretation), which involves spoken language as opposed to written language (see Guide F2089).