SDL International, the leading provider of Global Information Management (GIM) solutions, announced today that Iverson Language Associates, Inc. has qualified as an SDL TRADOS Certified Language Service Provider in the United States. The SDL TRADOS Certification program is the industry’s premier technology based certification which provides a recognized standard of excellence in SDL TRADOS software knowledge.

SDL TRADOS Certification has been developed to guarantee that industry leading translation technology is used to its maximum capability, resulting in acceleration of the localization lifecycle and higher quality translation projects.

“At Iverson Language Associates, we strive to provide a substantial return on investment for each of our clients, both from a financial and time-saving standpoint. SDL TRADOS Certification assures our clients that we can leverage state of the art translation technology to maximize efficiencies in the process of translation,” said Steve Iverson, President/CEO, Iverson Language Associates.

Iverson continued: “Also, by investing in SDL TRADOS Certification for all our internal team we are continuing to invest in our people, aiming to increase their levels of motivation and providing them further professional development and a credential that will add value throughout their career.”

Iverson Language Associates has completed the certification process for their in-house team of project managers and sales staff. Additionally, Hélène Pielmeier, Director of Client Services was one of the first in North America to become a Certified Trainer for SDLX, one of the components of SDL Trados 2006. Iverson Language Associates will also be actively looking for SDL TRADOS Certified translators when outsourcing their translation work.

“By becoming an SDL TRADOS Certified Language Service Provider, Iverson Language Associates have established their expertise in mastering the latest developments in quality and consistency that SDL TRADOS translation technology has to offer,” commented Keith Laska, Vice President of SDL TRADOS Technologies. “I commend Iverson Language Associates for their dedication and commitment to both customer and employee”.

To find out more about the SDL TRADOS Certification program please visit: www.sdl.com/certified.

About Iverson Language Associates, Inc.:
Founded in 1986, Iverson Language Associates, Inc. provides strategic solutions for managing document translation. Clients include companies and organizations that have an ongoing need to communicate business-critical information in multiple languages. The company works in many industries including distribution, manufacturing, medical instrumentation, hospitality, education and business services. Detailed information on the company can be obtained by visiting www.iversonlang.com.