Translation for medical device manufacturers is increasingly perceived by regulators and Notified Bodies as a key outsourcing activity. Issues related to outsourcing and supplier control are at the core of the ISO 13485 standard. This is the reason why in 2008 Excel Translations decided to make the necessary investment to become ISO 13485:2003-certified, and be […]

Technical translation services are those that deal with the practical application of scientific and technological information. The sectors and industries, which produce technical texts for translation, are diverse. In general terms, they include engineering, medical, legal, and the scientific sectors. Currently, even though technical translation is a subset of the different types of professional translation, […]

When content in a certain language requires translation, it is important to use a corporate translations expert who is a native speaker of that language to ensure that the translation is accurate and appropriate for the location in which it will be used. Working with native speakers who are not trained translators and editors can […]

Today pharmaceutical companies manufacture and distribute medicines all over the globe. Accurate medical translation is very important. Knowing the European Medicine Agency’s labeling standards can help prevent costly and harmful labeling mistakes. If you are not fully aware of the EMA medical labeling guidelines, then seeking help from a regulatory consultant specializing in EMA labeling […]

We have all seen the astounding pace of development of many types of machines. Today, a small device that you can hold in the palm of your hand allows you to do things that people as recently as a decade ago could not even have imagined. Fortunately for us, the day when machines fully replace […]

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plans to conduct a study to determine if medical device labeling can be standardized with the use of new content and format standards, which are now under development. The FDA will be collecting information from healthcare professionals on what information they want to see on a standardized label. […]

If you or your company has developed or marketed a technical product, such as software, technical documents, safety information, or manuals, you know that accurate technical translations can be time-consuming and complex, particularly for a global audience. If it’s done correctly, though, you will soon see the impact that’s created by your product’s sales revenue. […]

The quality of translation achieved, especially for those working in the medical industry, is vital. There are several reasons why receiving a quality translation matters. First, the translation of any language has to be accurate. Second, the final translation has to make sense idiomatically in the language it has been translated into, and not vice-versa. […]

In a field that is as crucial as medicine, expertise and experience is of the utmost importance. When it comes to the translations of drug labels or operating room equipment and medical device manuals, where the slightest misinterpretation could mean life or death, procuring experienced translators with medical knowledge is crucial. In a previous post, […]