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CATEGORY / Translation services
Per word vs. Per hour vs. Flat rate: Which translation pricing model is right for you?
Compare translation pricing models (per word, hourly, flat rate, and MTPE) so you can evaluate quotes, avoid hidden costs, and choose the right model for your project.
Read More 14 min read·13/05/2026
CATEGORY / Languages
I built a word game. I'm a translation company CEO. Here's why that's not weird.
Tomedes CEO Ofer Tirosh on why he built Parley (a daily translation puzzle) and what it revealed about how people actually think about language.
Read More 6 min read·05/05/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
Why we added an AI translation widget to a human translation agency's homepage
Tomedes has served 120,000+ clients as a professional translation agency for 15 years. Here's the honest story of why we added an AI widget to our homepage, and what it taught us about the future of translation.
Read More 6 min read·30/04/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
Human translation, MTPE, or raw AI output: Which quality tier does your content actually need?
Not all content needs the same translation quality. This guide maps every major content type to the right tier (human, MTPE, or raw AI) so buyers choose correctly the first time.
Read More 16 min read·22/04/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
12 documents that legally require certified translation (and what happens if you skip it)
Not every translation needs certification, but these 12 documents do. Learn which ones carry legal risk if submitted uncertified.
Read More 10 min read·15/04/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
What is ISO 17100 – and why does it matter when choosing a translation company?
ISO 17100 is the international standard for translation quality. Here is what it requires, what it proves, and why it should be your first filter when evaluating providers.
Read More 12 min read·10/04/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
Translation services for small businesses: what you need vs. what you're being oversold
Small businesses are routinely sold translation services they don't need. Here is an honest breakdown of what actually matters, and how to spend wisely.
Read More 12 min read·25/03/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
Rush translation services: what turnaround is actually realistic – and what it costs
Need a translation fast? Here is what professional rush turnaround actually looks like, what drives the cost, and how to avoid paying more than you should.
Read More 11 min read·17/03/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
Best translation companies for European languages in 2026: a practical buyer's guide
Expanding into European markets? This buyer's guide covers the key languages, translation challenges, and what to look for in an LSP partner in 2026.
Read More 11 min read·12/03/2026
CATEGORY / Translation services
How to brief a translation company: what to send before you request a quote
A complete brief gets you a faster, more accurate quote — and a better translation. Here is exactly what to prepare before you contact a translation company.
Read More 11 min read·06/03/2026