translation

Translation is the act, process, or instance of translating; the rendering from one language into another; the written product of such a rendering.

translation servicesSo much for the definition. The reality is that translation is a craft that approximates the meaning of a source document or text in a target language.

In spite of the real advances in software tools and hardware platforms translation is not a science. Translations still require human intervention and human sensitivity. This human factor is exactly what separates ALS International from its competitors.

At ALS, we combine a large, professional, in-house translation staff with helpful, personalized attention in order to provide you with a superior written product that responds to your language needs.

the translation team
The translators of ALS International are chosen not only for their linguistic skills, but also for their technical expertise. Our translators include bilingual attorneys, engineers, and bankers, as well as scholars and members of the diplomatic community. Project teams also include editors, copy editors, technical editors and/or proofreaders, as appropriate. If you are interested in joining the team, click here.

150 languages & dialects
Translations are available in all major languages and can be certified for acceptance by any court or government agency in the United States or abroad. Translation is available in the following languages and dialects, click here.

translation projects and clients
ALS is employed by major law firms, financial institutions, member companies of the Fortune 500, and government agencies. Among the tens of thousands of translations we have performed are a number of highly sensitive and high profile projects. For example, ALS assisted with the translation of a major international dispute including nuclear weaponry; facilitated a multi-billion dollar merger and acquisition; and helped a multinational corporation launch an international marketing campaign. Please note, our staff also prides itself on its sensitivity to the needs of individuals who seek certified translations of personal documents. Whatever your translation project, large or small, we look forward to being of assistance. Review a sample of our clients here.


notable translation projects

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A multi-billion dollar merger of two companies required rapid and cost-effective translation of a large volume of documents including sensitive and confidential material.

Our in-house staff provided certified legal translations of literally thousands of pages of documentation in a timely manner. Work was performed on our secure premises using staff translators to ensure confidentiality. ALS not only met all deadlines, but also created a database of documents to manage the workflow both during and after the production. Government approval for the international merger was obtained.

A large internationally-known provider of automotive parts required detailed translations of specifications and assembly line instructions for establishing production in new international venues.

ALS received the documentation in electronic form from the client and proceeded to establish a team of translators and editors which included specialists in automotive terminology. The translation was successfully produced on time and on budget. One of the greatest challenges of this particular project was the recreation of graphic art and diagrams with proper labeling in the target language. To do this, ALS had to reshoot graphics and then substitute the text, graphic by graphic, into the final work product. The documentation was successfully received and we were subsequently awarded additional work to translate quality assurance documents for this particular project.

A large high tech company and computer manufacturer needed translations into Spanish of highly technical press releases about new software and hardware within a tight time frame.

We worked with this client for more than a year to develop appropriate translations for their cutting-edge technology. These glossaries facilitated the work of our staff translators and editors in overnight production of press releases. ALS successfully addressed the client's stated concerns about delivery schedules and TTM.
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