A translation memory should be reviewed and cleaned up regularly, as well as after major changes within the company.
Over time, outdated technical terms, duplicate entries or incorrect translations may arise. Typical occasions for a clean-up include terminology updates, rebrandings, new product generations or software relaunches. Regular maintenance ensures that translators and AI systems access only up-to-date and approved translations.
Regular clean-up ensures:
- Up-to-date translation suggestions: Outdated terms and former product names are removed from or updated in the translation memory.
- Higher translation quality: Translators and AI access consistent and reviewed reference translations.
- Maximum consistency: Conflicting translation variants (multiple matches) are reduced, keeping the company's language consistent.