Technical translation is a specialized type of translation direction at technological subject areas or texts which deal with the practical application of scientific and technological information. In terms of regulatory compliance, technical translation could be applied to chemical regulatory documents, marketing materials, employee handbooks, corporate documents and even websites. Technical translations are often useful and needed in many situations. For example, all documents in Canadian workplaces regarding substances must be available in both English and French. If you plan on having your product used in other countries, the official language of that country should be available on your documents.
Using a canned machine translation program is not an appropriate was to translate documents such as these. Errors in translating labels, instruction, or safety precautions could lead to regulatory and/or product/civil liability. In addition, an incorrect translation could be misinterpreted, leading to a possible misuse of the product and physical or property damage.
It is therefore recommended that manufacturers and suppliers use an outsourced regulatory company to assist them in the technical translation of such documents. Relying on an expert to complete the translation guarantees an accurate interpretation of the document in all languages. In addition, outsourcing your technical translation documentation can give your company increased efficiency in other regulatory areas, as well as saving time and money.
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