Revision of ISO 17100 – what do you think?

ISO is currently preparing the upcoming revision of ISO 17100, Translation services — Requirements for translation services. As part of this preparation, ISO has launched a survey to gather feedback from the industry. This is your chance to directly impact on what the future of ISO 17100 will look like. The survey is open until 18 April 2025.

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ATC Blog: Revision of ISO 18587 MTPE

A revision of ISO 18587 for the post-editing of machine translation output (MTPE) is underway. Among other changes, the revision acknowledges the much increased use of MTPE and other non-human methods of translation in modern translation workflows. While MT enhances productivity, reduces turnaround time, and lowers costs, human expertise remains indispensable in ensuring quality. The revised standard acknowledges this reality, reinforcing that only qualified post-editors should be involved in MTPE.

ISO certification or certification of translations?

The use of the word “certified” in the translation industry is a frequent source of confusion because we use the same term for two different reasons: for certification to demonstrate compliance to ISO standards, and for the certification of translations for the use of authorities. This ATC Certification blog explains the difference!

ATC Blog: ISO 17651 Interpreters’ Working Environment

ISO 17651 series parts 1 to 3 focus on the working environment for simultaneous interpreters. This ATC blog summarises a presentation of the standard given by the project leader in an EUATC / ISO TC 37/SC 5 webinar in November 2024.

ISO certification case: Planet Languages

Planet Languages is an ISO-certified language services provider established nearly 30 years ago, with a business philosophy that has remained the same to this day – to focus on integrity, quality and first-class service. They are firm believers in the value that ISO certification adds to their business and are certified to a number of ISO standards: ISO 9001, ISO 17100, ISO 18587, and ISO 14001. Read about Planet’s ISO certification journey with ATC Certification.

Get involved in ISO development!

The ATC is actively involved in the development of new ISO standards for the language services industry. The ATC’s ISO Standards Commenting Group reviews and comments on ISO standards under development, influencing the way emerging standards will impact ATC members and the language services industry. The Commenting Group is now calling for new members of the ATC to join. Write to secretary@atc.org.uk to find out more!