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ISO 17100

ISO 17100 is an internationally-recognized standard for Translation Service Providers (TSPs). With the intent to define the actions necessary for the delivery of a quality translation service, the standard includes minimum service delivery and competency requirements for all personnel involved.

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Orion is the only auditing firm specializing in the language industry in North America.

We work with over 300 language service companies and have been supporting Languages Canada members for over 10 years. We are currently the only firm endorsed by three language industry associations to audit their membership and offer certification to most of the commonly requested language industry standards.

Our vast experience means that we truly know and understand the language industry, including its typical processes, commonly used software, and industry terminology. As a result, our auditing services are efficient and effective, and we will work with you to establish mutual goals up front to make sure your needs are fully met. If you are looking to certify to multiple standards, we also provide integrated audits so you can achieve certification to multiple standards in one audit (e.g. ISO17100 / CGSB 131.10 / ISO 9001), ultimately saving you both time and money. We also give back to the language industry by sponsoring industry events and providing free webinars on standards.

The ISO 17100 standard consists of the following main sections:

Realizing that TSPs can vary in size and complexities, the principles in ISO 17100 can be applied to any organization.

Resources.

Defines the responsibilities and competency requirements for translators, revisers and project managers.

Resources

Pre-production.

Specifies the requirements for quoting and entering into an agreement.

Pre-production.

Production.

Ensures the appropriate workflow is defined and managed, and customer needs are met.

Production.

Post-production.

Requires that the TSP validate customer requirements have been met and take action to correct deficiencies if applicable.

Post-production.

Why Work with Orion on ISO 17100?

Because we have actively supported and certified language organizations for over 15 years, we are well known and globally-recognized for our quality audit services and integrity. We understand your business, typical workflows, and terminology so you do not need to waste your time training our auditors.

With over 300 clients in the language industry, Orion has provided more audits in this sector than any other North American firm.

Why not combine your ISO 17100 audit with ISO 13611, CGSB 131.10, NSGCIS or any of the standards listed above into one audit and save time and money.

Overview of the Audit Process

Orion Assessment Services can assist your organization in achieving certification from the initial application request, and through to the required stages which include:

Step 1:
Submit Application

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Submit Application

This will serve as your agreement with Orion. The terms and conditions must be signed and returned to Orion along with any required deposit.

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Step 2:
Book Your Audit

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Book Your Audit

Determine a mutually agreeable time with your assigned auditor. 

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Step 3:
Audit Conducted

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Audit Conducted

The audit is conducted to ensure the system is implemented according to the requirements of the standard. The key deliverables from this stage include the onsite review report detailing positive aspects, weaknesses and areas for improvement and the recommendation regarding your certification. If there are any issues, they must be closed within the required timeline.

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Step 4:
Certification Review

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Certification Review

The results from the audit are assessed by a senior auditor to 

ensure a proper recommendation has been made. At this point, approval is given to issue a certificate.

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Step 5:
Receive Your Certificate

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Receive Your Certificate

The deliverable from this stage is the certificate. 

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Step 6:
Maintenance Review

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Maintenance Review

Every two years, Orion must conduct an onsite review to verify the management system continues to be maintained within the organization.

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Step 1:
Submit Application

This will serve as your agreement with Orion. The terms and conditions must be signed and returned to Orion along with any required deposit.

1

Step 2:
Book Your Audit

Determine a mutually agreeable time with your assigned auditor. 

2

Step 3:
Audit Conducted

The audit is conducted to ensure the system is implemented according to the requirements of the standard. The key deliverables from this stage include the onsite review report detailing positive aspects, weaknesses and areas for improvement and the recommendation regarding your certification. If there are any issues, they must be closed within the required timeline.

3

Step 4:
Certification Review

The results from the audit are assessed by a senior auditor to 

ensure a proper recommendation has been made. At this point, approval is given to issue a certificate.

4

Step 5:
Receive Your Certificate

The deliverable from this stage is the certificate. 

5

Step 6:
Maintenance Review

Every two years, Orion must conduct an onsite review to verify the management system continues to be maintained within the organization.

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