Suresh S.

reader to understand the key points of the original document. It is not a word-for-word translation of the original. This can be applied, for example, to merger and acquisition transactions, or litigation discoveries. These often entail large volumes of material that need to be examined for relevance; if a document is found to be irrelevant then there is no need for a full translation. For this case a summary translation is the most cost-effective option. Summary translations may also be beneficial in situations where the turnaround time is very tight. A professional translator will read through a document to assess the most important points. The document is then summarized and translated into the target language. This will provide the reader with a basic and essential understanding of the context. Although a summary translation is not ideal for publishing or distribution, it may meet the specific needs within a given situation.