On the Translation Projects Aided by Self-built Terminology Management System

doi:10.3969/j.issn.1673-8578.2019.03.003

Abstract

Abstract:

In recent years, translation team model has gradually replaced the traditional individual translation, and strengthening the management of translation team and improving the translation quality/efficiency have become the focus of attention in the translation industry. Terminology management, a major process involved in project management, plays a significant role in optimizing team work and project management. Based on the self-built and application of terminology management system, this paper demonstrates the feasibility of using scientific means to achieve the goal of effective terminology management, explains the positive significance of terminology management system in improving the efficiency of translation projects, ensuring the quality of translation projects, maximizing the profits of stakeholders, and creating a platform for the cultivation of translators’ terminological competence.

Key words: translation project, terminology management, system development and application

CLC Number: (翻译学)

ZHOU Dandan. On the Translation Projects Aided by Self-built Terminology Management System[J]. China Terminology, 2019, 21(3): 15-21.

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