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Proofreading

Your Word Store: Excellence in editorial secretarial services

In the demanding world of copywriting, where every word counts and every comma matters, YWS is a successful provider of copywriting services. Our dedication to excellence and unrivalled expertise go a long way to enhancing the quality and clarity of...

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Vincent Devisme

Vincent Devisme

8 January 2024

Sworn translation

The inescapable importance of sworn translations in the workplace

Globalisation has led companies to broaden their horizons, often beyond linguistic borders. In this context, the need for accurate and reliable communication is more important than ever. This is where sworn translation comes in: a crucial stage in guaranteeing the...

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Rachel Canton

6 December 2023

Legal translation

The most commonly translated company documents

When a company operates on an international scale, document translation becomes a key step in ensuring good communication and mutual understanding between the various stakeholders. Find out which documents are most often translated in a company, from legal to marketing...

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Rachel Canton

22 November 2023

Sworn translation

International recognition of sworn translations

In a globalised world where cultural and economic exchanges between countries are increasingly frequent, the need to give international validity to official documents such as diplomas, administrative acts or legal contracts is paramount. One of the main instruments for ensuring...

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Rachel Canton

8 November 2023

Technical translation

The importance of glossaries in technical translation

Technical translation is a demanding field, requiring constant precision and rigour to ensure that the documents, processes or information concerned are fully understood. Professional translators rely on various tools to achieve this, and the technical glossary is a key element....

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Vincent Devisme

Vincent Devisme

26 October 2023

Technical translation

Understanding the differences between General Translation and Technical Translation

Translators are often seen as generalists, but in reality there are many areas of specialisation in translation. These include general translation and technical translation. This article explores the specific skills and knowledge required for these two types of translation. General...

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Vincent Devisme

Vincent Devisme

23 October 2023

Technical translation

Translating SAP software documentation for reseller training

Translating SAP software documentation for reseller training is a crucial step in ensuring that training is understood and effective in different language contexts. Here’s a guide on how to ensure a high-quality translation: Selection of the translation team: Call on...

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Rachel Canton

28 September 2023

Translation

Translation of Job Offers

With the increasing globalization and rise of new technologies, new opportunities are opening up for your company. If you need new talents, you can broaden your search internationally. That’s why we strongly recommend you to publish your job offers in...

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Eric Walter

16 August 2022

Technical translation

Translation of technical documentation into Russian: the Airbus business case

Airbus Helicopters, the world’s leading helicopter manufacturer, currently has 12,000 aircraft operated by more than 3,000 customers in about 150 countries. Airbus Helicopters has a strong international presence with subsidiaries and affiliates in 24 countries and a worldwide network of...

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Vincent Devisme

Vincent Devisme

6 April 2021

Technical translation

Translation services dedicated to the industry

Translation, particularly in the aeronautical industry, requires the skills of specialists. This ensures that the service is very precise and performed in a fully confidential way. The documents on which these experienced linguists work can take different forms, whether in...

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Frédéric Garcia

Frédéric Garcia

4 September 2023

News

Automating data publishing: saves time and increases productivity

Do you need up-to-date content? YWS provides a graphic service to create your media and automate the updating of your data. Catalogue, brochure, business card, directory or sales brochure, the document is linked to your database. Mirroring your data When...

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Rachel Canton

26 April 2023

Translation

Adapting an advertising message to a target culture: what is transcreation?

Multilingual transcreation is a creative translation process that involves adapting an advertising message to a target culture while preserving its meaning, tone and impact. Unlike simple translation, multilingual transcreation involves a thorough understanding of the target culture and how it...

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Rachel Canton

11 April 2023

News

Multilingual enrichment of texts and content, a service to be discovered

With the advent of the Internet and globalisation, multilingual enrichment of texts and content has become crucial for companies and organisations seeking to reach a global audience. Companies need to ensure that their message is understandable to people who speak...

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Rachel Canton

31 March 2023

Translation

Tourism translation: adapt the content to your visitors

Language is a precious commodity, but it is not always easy faithfully to reproduce philosophy and feelings in a foreign language. However, it is by stirring emotions in your customers that you will hold their full attention and be able...

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Frédéric Garcia

Frédéric Garcia

5 March 2021

Proofreading

Top 10 most common errors in French spelling

The French and spelling: a great love story - or maybe not! While grammar holds no more secrets for you, be aware that spelling can also have a few surprises in store... Indeed, nothing will destroy the author’s credibility faster...

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Frédéric Garcia

Frédéric Garcia

4 March 2021

Proofreading

Top 10 most common errors in French grammar

Past participle agreement, transitive verbs etc… French grammar isn’t always very straightforward! Unfortunately, in the business environment, it can really harm your prospects (a proposal littered with errors will have more chance of being rejected than a fault-free business proposition)....

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Frédéric Garcia

Frédéric Garcia

4 March 2021

Translation

How much does a professional translation cost?

The prices charged for a professional translation like the ones we produce within our translation agency are affected by different factors: Source and target language The prime factor is actually the source language (the language in which your document is...

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Frédéric Garcia

Frédéric Garcia

4 March 2021