Choosing the right translation approach is critical for accuracy, efficiency, and impact. At Touché, we offer three main solutions: Human Translation, Human-Augmented MTPE, and Machine Translation.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Human Translation | Human-Augmented MTPE | Machine Translation (MT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | ✅ Highest – perfect for nuanced content, marketing, legal, and technical documents | ✅ High – ideal for semi-structured content with post-editing | ⚠ Moderate – best for drafts or low-risk content |
| Cultural & Contextual Adaptation | ✅ Full – ensures tone, style, and brand voice are preserved | ✅ Medium – post-editing adjusts tone, but less creative | ⚠ Low – literal translation, no nuance |
| Turnaround Speed | ⚠ Slower – thorough human work | ✅ Faster – machine draft speeds up translation, human review ensures quality | ✅ Fastest – instant output |
| Cost | ⚠ Higher – premium quality | ✅ Moderate – cost-efficient for large volumes | ✅ Lowest – minimal human involvement |
| Best For | Marketing campaigns, brand storytelling, contracts, e-learning, technical documents with nuance | High-volume technical manuals, software localization, repetitive content | Internal drafts, low-risk communications, large-scale preliminary translation |
How to Decide
- Choose Human Translation if your content is strategic, creative, or legally sensitive and requires full cultural adaptation and precision.
- Choose Human-Augmented MTPE if you have large volumes of structured or repetitive content and need a balance of speed, quality, and cost savings.
- Choose Machine Translation for draft translations, exploratory content, or low-risk internal documents, understanding that accuracy may be limited.
Why Touché
At Touché, we tailor the right solution for your project:
- Expert linguists with industry knowledge handle critical content.
- AI-powered MTPE workflows speed up high-volume translation while maintaining quality.
- SEO optimization ensures your French content performs online.
- Quality assurance guarantees accuracy, consistency, and cultural relevance.
Ready to pick the right translation solution for your business?
[Contact Touché today] to learn how Human Translation, Human-Augmented MTPE, or Machine Translation can meet your goals for speed, accuracy, and cost efficiency.