At SLAVIS, the ISO 17100 quality standard is central to our work. Its requirements for translation quality and data security ensure a consistently high standard of service.
Our procedures strictly adhere to ISO 17100 guidelines. Below, we present key requirements that certified translation providers must meet.
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Our compliance with ISO 17100 ensures our clients that:
Additionally, ISO-compliant translation services mean that:
ISO 17100 compliance guarantees reliable, timely, and agreement-based translations delivered by industry specialists.
ISO 17100:2015 is the most recent and rigorous international quality standard for translation services, approved by CEN (European Committee for Standardization) and implemented in Poland by the Polish Committee for Standardization.
The ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services standard replaces the previous ISO 15038 and introduces enhanced requirements.
The standard covers:
The ISO 17100:2015 standard requires that each translation project involves at least two qualified specialists. Each of them must demonstrate sufficient qualifications, experience, or education confirming they possess the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their tasks to a professional standard.
Additionally, all procedures related to the translation service must follow defined protocols, be subject to control, and be documented.
To meet the ISO 17100:2015 standard for translator qualifications, at least one of the following conditions must be fulfilled:
Reviewers performing additional checks on translated content must meet the same qualifications and competencies as translators AND have practical experience in translating and/or reviewing texts in the relevant field.
Individuals responsible for managing translation projects should:
Project managers' knowledge and competencies must be continuously enhanced through participation in both external and internally organized courses and training sessions focused on:
to ensure ongoing professional development.
The ISO 17100 standard requires a set of procedures aimed at maintaining the highest quality of translation services. This includes mandatory additional checks by an independent specialist and the systematic documentation of all performed tasks.
For many years, Slavis Translation Agency has held ISO 17100:2015 certification, consistently renewed through detailed audits verifying full compliance with the required guidelines.
Our translation agency provides translation services in accordance with ISO 17100:2015 Translation Services.