When the U.S. Constitution was put in place, not everyone in the country spoke English. Because of this, the Constitution and other legal documents were soon translated into both Dutch and German to accommodate the large German population of Pennsylvania and the Dutch-speaking residents of the Albany, New York area.…
When it comes to translations, it's not only the equivalent words that matter. Fluent understanding of both languages is imperative to the process of course, but at Teck Language Solutions we know that having a thorough knowledge of the relevant industry is just as vital. As a translation agency with…
Scotland votes on independence on September 18th, 2014. While businesses both sides of the border fret about the economic implications of an Independent Scotland, here at Teck Translations, we can see only a blossoming opportunity. If the English can fight hard enough, the Scots may be forced to drop English…
You want to reach out to some potential new clients across the pond. Your current brochure is already a winner. The images are vibrant, the copy is punchy. All you need to do is switch spell checker from US to British English and get it reprinted, right? Wrong. There’s a…
Going global is no longer an option available to big name brands only. Today, thanks to worldwide connectivity, even small service-based businesses, new start-ups, and niche product manufacturers can expand internationally.Here we take a look at how your business could benefit from expanding beyond its national boundaries and what you…
With sales of paper dictionaries declining, while the number of apps and online alternatives continues to rise, the future for the physical dictionary looks uncertain. In the new era of technology where almost anything we want to know can be found online, is there any future for the traditional method…
There are several false beliefs on the market about professional translations made by translation agencies. What is the truth behind these allegations and how can deficient processes be corrected by professional organizations? 1. Prompt delivery of translations is insufficient No matter whether you work with a provider who uses cloud-systems…