Translation Project Management and ISO Standards

What is ISO 9001?

• A quality management standard for the translation industry

• A quality management standard for general management

• A certification for freelance translators

• A certification for project managers

What is ISO 17100?

• A quality management standard for general management

• A certification for freelance translators

• A quality management standard for the translation industry

• A certification for project managers

What is the main contribution of project management to the successful implementation of a translation project?

• Ensuring customer satisfaction

• Improving staff motivation

• Achieving consistent performance and service

• Competent implementation

Why does a translation agency need a clear and competent model of translation project management?

• To control the workflow

• To ensure cost-effectiveness and quality

• To improve the mobility of the company

• To control the translators' performance

• To find a competent translation project manager

What does TPM stand for in the context of translation agencies?

• Translation Project Management

• Technical Project Management

• Translation Process Management

• Technical Process Management

What are the main elements of project management methodology in a translation company?

• Tracking orders and monitoring work

• Documentation of source sources

• Maintenance of databases

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Translation Project Management (TPM) software?

• Billing & Invoicing

• Collaboration

• Machine Translation

• Version Control

What is the first stage of project management in translation and localization projects?

• Determining project resources

• Creating the project blueprint

• Project management preparation

• Project file management

What factors must be considered when determining project resources?

• Number of team members, languages, and required resources

• Size and timeframe of the project

• Experience in a specific industry or tool

• All of the above

What does a project manager use Global Project Management Software (GPMS) for?

• Tracking project budget

• Tracking lifecycle of files

• Setting up project schedule

• Working with partners