Managed Translation

Better translation, less work for you.

We bring together smart technology, experienced language experts and efficient workflows to make translation faster, easier and more cost-effective. Whether your content needs AI, human expertise or a combination of both, we work out the best approach and take care of everything for you. So you get the quality and consistency you need, without the complexity of managing it yourself.

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The right level for every piece of content

Some content needs speed. Some needs a linguist's eye. Some needs to be written again from scratch for each market. We offer four service levels, and most clients use a mix.

Auto-edit

Machine Translation with Automated Post-editing

AI-led machine translation with automated editing, set up and checked by our linguists.
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Pro-edit

Machine Translation with Human Post-editing

Machine translation, edited line by line by a specialist linguist.
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Human translation

A specialist linguist from start to finish, no machine translation.
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Transcreation

Your idea, recreated for each market by creative linguists.
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One partner for every kind of content

Whether you're a marketing team launching international campaigns, an L&D team rolling out training, a SaaS business releasing new features or an agency delivering for your clients, we take care of the whole translation process.

You'll have a dedicated contact who knows your business, backed by a team of language specialists who understand your content and your brand.

We make sure the right people, technology and workflows are in place for every project, with glossaries, style guides and terminology kept up to date.

And we take care of the details too, from quality checks to delivering your content in the right format, ready to use.

You're always in control. You can see our reasoning, approve the approach and know we're looking after everything else.
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Hand your translation over to experts who treat your brand like their own

Translation isn’t just about converting words; it’s about knowing when to trust technology and when to rely on real human judgment. As custodians of your brand voice, we ensure every project strikes the right balance.

  • We know AI inside out: Because we’re translation specialists, we train and prompt AI models to deliver far higher quality than generic off-the-shelf tools.
  • We know when AI isn’t enough: If a piece of content is straightforward, we use AI to save you money. If it’s high-stakes, highly technical, or deeply creative, our expert linguists step in to polish or write it from scratch.
  • No software to learn: You don’t need to log into complex management systems or configure glossaries. Just send us your files, and we take care of the rest.
  • No new hires needed: Think of us as a seamless extension of your internal team. We handle the coordination, linguist management, and QA with zero fuss and no flapping.
  • We always say yes: Last-minute changes, tight deadlines, or unexpected campaign rollouts? You can count on us to figure out the logistics behind the scenes and hit your target every time.
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Comtec are a fantastic translation partner, always providing a professional, timely and friendly service with great client contact. They are always our go-to for translations.
Tracey McDonald
Learning Experience Manager

Who Managed Translation is for

We manage translation for in-house teams and for agencies who deliver for their own clients. Same service, shaped around how you work.

In-house marketing teams

Campaigns, websites and brand content in every market, consistent and on time.
Grow faster globally

In-house L&D teams

Training people actually engage with, from onboarding and compliance to company values.
Localise your training

SaaS teams

Product, help centre and marketing content that keeps pace with your release cycle.
Speed up your growth

Creative agencies

Translate campaign content in-house, then invite your client or our specialist linguists to review it, so the creative idea stays intact.
Take your clients global

Learning agencies

Multilingual courses for your clients, delivered on time and protecting your margins.
Expand your capability

Is a managed service much more expensive than doing it ourselves?

Not when you look at the total cost. Setting up translation in-house requires software subscriptions, system integration, and staff time to manage translators and check quality. We use the same advanced AI systems as big enterprise teams, passing those efficiency savings directly to you without the overheads.

What happens if we have a last-minute request or an urgent deadline?

We pride ourselves on being a reliable, calm pair of hands. You won’t get pushback or red tape; we adjust resources behind the scenes to meet your deadline.

Do we need to switch platforms or adapt to new technology?

No. We plug straight into whatever you already use, whether that’s Crowdin, Phrase, Articulate, or your website CMS. You don’t need to learn a single new tool.

How do you ensure AI translations are accurate?

We never leave AI to run completely unsupervised on important work. We triage every project by risk, and human linguists review, edit, or write content wherever quality and nuance matter.

How much does managed translation cost?

Costs depend on how much you need translated, how frequently, and which approach we take. For a bespoke, no-obligation quote or to discuss your needs, please get in touch. We’d love to chat and see how we can help.

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Let’s talk through your upcoming projects and see how much time and money we can save your team.
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The right people looking after your brand
Over 4,000 specialist linguists across 250+ languages, backed by 40 years of experience and the UK's first B Corp certification in translation. We care about this work, and our clients tell us it shows.