Human, hybrid & automated translation

Human translation services rely entirely on professional linguists, while automated translation uses machine only with the option for human post-editing. Hybrid is a mix between the two, with a linguist reviewing and editing a machine translation generated with the help of translation memory. We suggest the best approach based on your requirements.

Machine translation services work when you have large volumes of “low-risk” text, such as internal communications, in a short amount of time. That’s because these tend to have no legal implications and so require no human oversight. We offer human translation services, including sworn and certified translation, for complex “high-risk” texts.

Hybrid translation blends AI-powered machine translation with translation memory, glossaries, and style guides, all refined through expert human post-editing. This gives you a more accurate and nuanced output than machine translation services without compromising on speed and cost-efficiency.

It’s ideal when you require accuracy at scale, such as with websites and content localisation.

Yes, Peter & Clark offers automated translation with human post-editing (MTPE). We provide varying degrees of post-editing, too. Light MTPE consists of a review and tweaks, while full MTPE involves a thorough edit of the text. Our specialist team can determine the best option for your content, budget and timeframe.

While our technology is secure and confidential, we often suggest using hybrid or human translation services for regulated and sensitive content. That’s because professional linguists understand regulatory requirements and terminology, and so can ensure the high degree of accuracy your financial content requires.