Computer-Assisted Translation Tools (CAT tools). Language Service Providers may prescribe: - the use of a CAT tool for the translation, - the delivery of the translation in a format compatible with the specified CAT tool, - the use of translation memory/memories and terminology integrated into the CAT tool, sources of information and other resources, - the use of quality assurance tools. The Translator/Reviser shall inform the Language Service Provider if they are unable to meet any of the above criteria. The Translator/Reviser shall ensure the correct format of the delivered translation, its conformity with the translation memory and terminology, and with the information sources and other resources. If the Language Service Provider and the Translator/Reviser have agreed on payment based on weighted word/keystroke count, it must be determined in the agreement, which party’s tool will be the basis of the volume calculation. If the Translator/Reviser detects a technical problem (e.g. wrong segmentation, wrong characters, missing parts in the text, etc.) during translation, they shall inform the Language Service Provider thereof with a view to consulting on the measures to be taken. If the Language Service Provider does not prescribe the use of a CAT tool for the translation, the Translator is still free to use a CAT tool provided that it does not pose any quality or data protection risks; otherwise the Translator is required to consult the Language Service Provider.
