Toni Andrews

Will A.I. Replace Human Interpreters?

June 26, 2023

We’ve previously written quite a bit about the implications of artificial intelligence for translators, and we’re standing firm by our statement that, while A.I. translation has come a long way, it’s not yet a viable replacement for professional human translation. Now, let’s talk what A.I. means for the future of…

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Your Language Access Plan: Paving the Way for Equitable Healthcare

June 20, 2023

Language barriers can be a significant challenge in healthcare. Ensuring full language access isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a fundamental matter of equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Here’s how creating a comprehensive language access plan can transform healthcare experiences for providers and their patients. Benefits of a Full Language Access Plan…

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How Do I Choose The Right Translation Agency?

June 14, 2023

What should you take into consideration when choosing a provider to provide professional translation services? Here are some steps and factors to consider before deciding on a Language Services Provider (LSP). Get Organized Put together a list of the types of language services you’ll need, and use it to create…

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The Definitive Guide to Conference Interpreting

June 6, 2023

Large events such as conferences take extreme coordination and preparation to be successful. This can increase dramatically when conference interpreting services are needed to serve a multilingual audience. To ensure a smooth and successful event, preparation for interpreter services should be part of your event planning process. No matter how excellent your…

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How to Become a Medical Interpreter

June 1, 2023

The Law Regarding Medical Interpreting is Changing. Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is being amended. It will require medical providers to document they are working with a “qualified interpreter.” Healthcare providers who receive government funding must only use Qualified or Certified medical interpreters for assignments. This will…

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The Definitive Guide to CART Services

May 23, 2023

The Importance of CART Services for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing CART Captioning Services, an acronym for Communication Access Realtime, is a popular and recognized method of providing accommodations to people who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a hearing loss. It is a live captioning service that provides instantaneous…

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In-Person Interpreting Vs. Telephone Or Video Interpreting [Infographic]

May 15, 2023

Language services are imperative for businesses today, especially with instant global communication, increased cultural diversity, and cross-border business facilitated by technology. Among different interpretation services, there are three basic types:  In-person or onsite interpreting services, video remote interpreting (VRI) and over-the-phone interpreting (OPI). Each has its own distinct set of…

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Top 5 Video Translation Services in Healthcare

May 10, 2023

Life expectancy in the U.S. fell by 1.5 years in 2020, the biggest decline since World War II, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). What does it all mean for the future? Overcoming language barriers in healthcare – whether it be Limited English…

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The Importance of American Sign Language Interpreting for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community

April 27, 2023

American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual-gestural language used by members of the Deaf community in the United States and Canada. It is a complete language, with its own unique grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, and is not simply a visual representation of English. ASL is used to communicate through the…

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Will AI Replace Human Translators?

April 24, 2023

We have all seen the Google Translate fails. They are often innocent and good for a chuckle. However, in the grand scheme of things, machine translation has improved drastically and is pretty useful depending on the context.  With the rise of ChatGPT and other more sophisticated tools, one question is…

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