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Posted on22 April 2025

How We Work: Simplify Your Translation Journey with Atlas Translations

By Rachel Lambert | rachellambert.biz | Copy & Content | White Papers | Case Studies

Rachel Lambert

Translating documents can feel like a bit of a minefield, especially if you’ve never needed it done before. Whether you’re an individual staring down a stack of paperwork in another language or an organisation looking to expand into new markets, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where we come in. At Atlas Translations, we’re here to take the weight off your shoulders and guide you through the process from start to finish. Here’s how we simplify your translation journey, making it smooth and surprisingly stress-free.

Call us on +44 (0)1727 812 725 or email us at team@atlas-translations.co.uk to let us know what you need. We respond quickly to all enquiries!

How Your Translation Project Works

📑 Project Details

To finalise your quote and keep things running smoothly, we’ll ask for a few key details:

Which languages are involved? Need a single translation from English into French? Or several translations into multiple languages? Let us know.

I need it yesterday! Whether you have an urgent deadline or have a bit of wiggle room, we’ll work to your timeline.

Any extras? Need specific formatting? Following a style guide? Want both a digital and printed version? Just tell us what’s needed—we’re happy to accommodate.

🏃‍➡️ Getting Started

Once you’ve accepted our quote, we’ll need your files so we can get started. The easiest way to send them is by email—attach your documents and fire them off to team@atlas-translations.co.uk.

  • Editable formats like .docx or .pptx are ideal—they make things quicker and easier for our translators.
  • We can also work with PDFs and scans—just try to make sure they’re as clear as possible. If not, no worries because we’ll do our best with what you’ve got.
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The Translation Process

😎 Your Dedicated Team

Once everything’s confirmed, we’ll assign a dedicated project manager to your job. They’ll be your main point of contact, keeping you updated and answering any questions you may have along the way. You’ll never be left guessing, because we don’t ghost you (that’s just rude.)

✔️ Expert Matchmaking (no…not that type!)

We don’t just assign translators at random. Our project managers carefully hand-pick the right person for the job based on:

  • Native language fluency: Your translation will be completed by a native speaker of the target language for natural, fluent results.
  • Subject matter knowledge: Legal contract? Medical report? Marketing brochure? We’ll match you with someone who has sector-specific knowledge and is an expert on the topic.
  • Technical requirements: Special formatting or complex terminology? We’ll bring in a translator with the right skills to handle it confidently.

🔎 Proofreading & Quality Checks

Most of our projects include a second layer of review by a second linguist. This extra round of proofreading helps catch any errors and makes sure your translation is polished, accurate, and meets ISO quality standards.

Completion and Beyond

💅 Final Touches

Once the translation and proofreading are complete, we carry out a final internal check to make sure everything is perfect. If you’ve asked for any additional services—like subtitling, voiceover, or typesetting—we’ll take care of those too.

Delivery & Payment

  • You’ll receive your completed translation by email, and if original documents were provided, we’ll return them by post.
  • You’ll also receive your invoice, with payment due within 15 business days.

It’s a Wrap!

So that’s the basic Atlas translation process in a nutshell—clear, collaborative, and designed to make your life easier. Translation doesn’t have to be daunting, and with the right team behind you, it can be refreshingly simple!

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Contact Us

We’d love for you to contact Atlas Translations—we’re always here for a chat or to answer questions!

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The A-Team (l to r: Steffi, Rhys, Clare, Joanna, Jim, and Anna—not shown is our Amy)

Call us on +44 (0)1727 812 725 or email us at team@atlas-translations.co.uk to let us know what you need. We respond quickly to all enquiries!

If you’d like to meet us face to face, learn more about our translation and language services, or deliver documents, please email or call us ahead of time to arrange a meeting.

Use the Live Chat option during UK working hours to ask us any questions. You’ll chat with a real, live human—we’re a bot-free zone! Just click the little icon at the bottom right of your screen to start chatting with us.

If you need a quick quote, we have a handy Get a quote button located at the top of our website, where you can get an estimate for your needs.

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Can I Trust Atlas Translations?

Yes, you can! But if you’re after something a little more concrete, here’s some info:

Atlas Translations holds two ISO certifications — ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 17100:2017 (Translation Services).

If the project is highly confidential, we can sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for added peace of mind.

Are you wondering if we’re up to date on privacy? We registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) over 20 years ago and have always placed a high importance on data protection.

You can read more about our commitment to quality here.

Atlas Translations prides itself on providing fast, friendly, and high-quality language services. But don’t just take our word for it—see what our clients are saying about us.

We’re also on TrustPilot, and you can read our reviews here.

Global Voice, Local Touch

If you’re looking for some top tips for partnering with Atlas Translations, we have some top tips to share! We answer 25 of our clients’ most frequently asked questions, ranging from typesetting queries to discussing reference materials.

Click to download Global Voice, Local Touch

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Updated from August 20, 2025.

ISO 17100 – ISO 17100:2017 for Translation Services (since this standard began, in 2008, externally audited annually).
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Mindful Employer Plus – As a Charter member, our team have access to an Employee Assistance Program with 24/7/365 support, as we work toward achieving better mental health at work.
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A proud member of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), a dynamic and inclusive not-for-profit membership organisation. FSB is dedicated to supporting and empowering small businesses across the UK and is committed to fostering an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive, innovate, and succeed.

Atlas Translations has been accredited by the Fair Tax Foundation since February 2024. The Fair Tax Foundation is a not-for-profit social enterprise developed by a team of tax justice, corporate responsibility, and ethical consumer experts. It was launched in 2014.

We’ve been registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) since 2004. Go to https://ico.org.uk/ for more information.

We hold a full membership in the Association of British HealthTech Industries. The ABHI supports the HealthTech community by providing products and services that help people live healthier lives. As the voice of the industry, we show the value of health technology and overcome barriers to people benefitting from it now and in the future.

Certified since 2003, externally audited annually. ISO 9001:2015 is the international standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS), applicable across all sectors. ISO 9001 provides a framework to respond to changing quality requirements in line with changing demands across society, economics and the environment.
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Corporate membership of the ITI (Institute of Translation and Interpreting) since 1994. Corporate Member of the Year 2021. ITI is the only UK-based independent professional membership association for practising translators, interpreters and all those involved in the language services sector.

CIEP: We’ve held Corporate membership Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading since 1993. CIEP are an international membership organisation that offers training and community for editorial professionals (copy editors and proofreaders) while helping members develop business confidence.

ATC: We hold full membership with the Association of Translation Companies, a trade association representing the interests of language service companies in the UK and internationally. It is the leading voice for companies operating in the UK’s language services industry.

Living Wage Employer: As a living wage employer, we believe our staff deserve a wage which meets everyday needs. The Living Wage Foundation has a mission to encourage employers to play their part in tackling in-work and post-work poverty and provide a decent standard of living by paying the real Living Wage, adopting Living Hours and Living Pensions as well as wider good employment practices.
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Proudly a 4-Day Week Employer since 2019. Amongst other items, the 4-Day Week initiative calls for a reduction to the maximum working week from 48 hours per week to 32 hours per week by 2030.

 
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A member of the Good Business Charter since 2022. The GBC is a simple accreditation that organisations of all sizes in the UK can apply for in recognition of responsible business practices.
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We’re a proud member of the Patient Information Forum (PIF), a membership organisation for anyone producing health information and support. PIF promote access to trusted, evidence-based health information for patients, carers, the public and healthcare professionals.

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