CTP Project Management & Workflow Flashcards
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What is the correct first step when managing a translation project after receiving a client request?
Answer: Conduct a project analysis and prepare a quote
The first step is analyzing the source material and client requirements to define scope and produce an accurate cost estimate.
What is a 'project brief' in translation project management?
Answer: A document outlining project requirements, guidelines, and expectations
A project brief documents client requirements, style preferences, terminology guidelines, and delivery expectations that guide the entire project team.
Which factor most directly determines the delivery deadline for a translation project?
Answer: Word count combined with the translator's daily productivity rate
Dividing total word count by the translator's daily output rate is the primary method for calculating a realistic delivery deadline.
What is a 'back-translation' and when is it most commonly required?
Answer: Translating back to the source language to verify accuracy, often in medical or legal contexts
Back-translation converts a translated text back into the source language to verify accuracy, and is commonly required in clinical and medical research.
In a translation workflow, what does 'DTP' stand for?
Answer: Desktop Publishing
DTP (Desktop Publishing) refers to the formatting and layout work performed after translation to match the original document's visual design.
What is the purpose of a 'style guide' provided by a client for a translation project?
Answer: To specify tone, terminology, and formatting preferences for consistency
A style guide specifies the client's preferred tone, voice, terminology, and formatting standards to ensure all translations remain consistent.