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Remote simultaneous interpretation (RSI) is the service of interpreting speeches given during any conferences or meetings from a source language to a target language in a real-time and online environment. In this way, the speeches given at such events are efficiently delivered to all participants who speak different languages. Remote simultaneous interpretation service makes dialogues between participants of online events flow naturally without interruption.

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At online events where we offer remote simultaneous interpreting, a presenter speaks in one language. An interpreter hears and sees the speaker on their device and starts interpreting the presenter's speech into another language starting to speak in about three seconds. The interpreter’s voice is transmitted to an online meeting platform such as Zoom or an RSI platform from where it is then transmitted to the online meeting platform that it is connected to. Participants having connected to the online meeting or RSI platform via their mobile phones, laptops or tablets can choose to listen to either the speaker or the interpreter. It all takes a click of a button for participants to switch between the speaker’s and the interpreter’s voice.

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We generally offer remote interpretation services for various occasions such as the following:

 

• Opening speeches,

• International conferences and events,

• Online real-time courses,

• Educational workshops and seminars,

• One-on-one meetings,

• Holding training sessions,

• Business meetings and negotiations,

• Legal proceedings and court hearings,

• Medical consultations and appointments,

• Teleconferencing and virtual meetings.

• Government agencies, and public services.

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Remote simultaneous interpreters typically need a few key pieces of equipment in order to do their job effectively. This basically includes a computer with an up-to-date operating system and a stable internet connection and an over-the-ear headset with a microphone. In addition to that, depending on whether you would like to use meeting software with interpretation features such as Zoom or software, interpreters either need to connect to a meeting link that can be either from your meeting app or a specifically-developed simultaneous interpreting platform that allows them to connect with the meeting app of your choice in real-time.

If you choose to use an online meeting app without features for interpretation, we connect the platform of your choice to your online meeting app. Additionally, we provide you with basic instructions on how to use the chosen RSI platform and a unique conference code so that your participants can easily listen to the remote simultaneous interpretation.

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In remote events where we support you, we make sure that you have an Interpretation Coordinator. The Interpretation Coordinator can be considered as your POC for the interpretation services you will get from us. Their tasks and responsibilities include:

• scheduling the right simultaneous interpreters who can effectively work together,

• sharing any materials with them to help them become ready for all the content to be mentioned at your event,

• ensuring that the interpreters appear as early as needed at the remote event platform,

• testing with them to see if there are any issues regarding their sound quality and connectivity before the event and troubleshooting,

• also troubleshooting any issues that arise during the interpretation process without you realizing them

• ensuring that the interpreters have the equipment and support they need to do their job effectively,

• helping you focus on your own tasks throughout your events and making communication at online events easy for you.

 

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There are several advantages to using remote simultaneous interpretation (RSI), which is a type of interpretation that is performed remotely by interpreters who are not physically present at the event. Let’s list some of the key advantages of RSI below.

 

• It can be more cost-effective than on-site simultaneous interpretation, as it eliminates the need for interpreters to travel to the event location. This also applies to you and your event participants.

• It can be more environmentally friendly, as it reduces the need for interpreters to travel long distances.

• It allows for a wider pool of interpreters to be used, as interpreters can participate from anywhere in the world.

• It can provide more flexibility, as you can actually have your events at a time when it wouldn’t be possible for on-site events and attract more participants thanks to the remote simultaneous interpreting option that we offer.

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You might have previously gotten a remote interpreting service and you might already know what you need. In that case, we recommend you directly fill in the request form to get a quick quotation from us. The request form will also guide you on things to consider for a successful online event.

 

If you are new to remote interpretation and you feel that you first need to get more information, then, feel free to read the FAQ section to get further answers to all of your questions related to remote interpretation services. You can also use the search bar on the upper right-hand corner to check whatever content we have about video remote interpreting services throughout our website.