Translation, Editing & Proofreading

Translation is only the first step. At Dahlia Localize, every TEP project goes through a structured three-stage review process: translation, editing, and proofreading. Each stage is handled by a qualified linguist to ensure accuracy, consistency, fluency, and publication-ready quality.

What is Translation, Editing & Proofreading (TEP)?

TEP is a three-stage quality assurance process designed to ensure that translated content is accurate, consistent, natural, and ready for publication.

• Translation: A qualified linguist translates the content based on the source text, project brief, terminology, and subject matter.
• Editing: A second linguist reviews the translation for accuracy, fluency, tone, terminology, and consistency.
• Proofreading: A final reviewer checks the finished text for grammar, spelling, formatting, and any remaining errors before delivery.

Documents & content we handle

• Business & Corporate: Contracts, policies, and corporate documents intended for external or public use.
• Marketing & Creative: Campaign content, websites, brochures, social media, brand materials.
• Technical & Operational: Manuals, SOPs, specifications, safety documentation.
• Publishing & Long-form Content: Books, articles, educational materials, and other publications.

Why choose Dahlia Localize for TEP?

Independent human review

Translator and editor work separately, so errors and inconsistencies are caught by a second perspective instead of self-checked.

Dedicated terminology management

A shared glossary and translation memory keep wording consistent from the first page to the last.

Final proofread against the source

The final review checks the target text for grammar, spelling, formatting, and consistency, with the source text referenced where necessary to identify omissions or discrepancies.

Our process — 5 steps

1. Project Analysis — scope, file format, terminology, and deadline confirmed
2. Translation — full translation by a linguist matched to your subject matter
3. Editing — a second linguist reviews for accuracy, fluency, and consistency
4. Proofreading — a final check against the source for omissions and formatting
5. Delivery & Warranty — files returned in your format, with revision support included