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Resources · Buyer tools

Get the working document before you send the brief.

These are small tools for teams still preparing the job: scope sheets, checklists, and comparison worksheets. Use them internally first. When the work is real, send the completed version to the desk.


Template · Scope sheet

Multi-language program scope sheet

A one-page scope sheet for language programs with several pairs, one timeline, QA evidence, and compliance constraints.

Printable HTML + CSV Consideration / decision

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Template · Scope sheet DD resource
Multi-language program scope sheet
Program
Buyer entry
Languages
Buyer entry
Source files
Buyer entry
Deadline
Buyer entry
Compliance
Buyer entry
QA evidence
Buyer entry
The scope usually goes sideways when every vendor answers a slightly different question. This sheet keeps the job in one shape.
Checklist · Rare pairs

Rare-pair sourcing checklist

A buyer checklist for language pairs that are not on a standard vendor roster.

Printable checklist Awareness / consideration

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Checklist · Rare pairs DD resource
Rare-pair sourcing checklist
Pair status
Buyer entry
Dialect and script notes
Buyer entry
Reviewer profile
Buyer entry
Lead-time risk
Buyer entry
A rare pair is not rare in the abstract. It is rare when your deadline depends on a linguist nobody has confirmed yet.
Checklist · Localization QA

Website localization QA checklist

A launch checklist for localized pages, forms, metadata, files, analytics, and search visibility.

Printable checklist Awareness / consideration

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Checklist · Localization QA DD resource
Website localization QA checklist
Metadata and hreflang
Buyer entry
Forms and validation messages
Buyer entry
Downloads and alt text
Buyer entry
Analytics and search-console mapping
Buyer entry
The headline is rarely the problem. The untranslated error under the submit button is what makes the page feel unfinished.
Worksheet · AI data

Data annotation vendor comparison worksheet

A worksheet for comparing multilingual data annotation vendors on sample design, label rules, review path, output format, and rework terms.

Printable worksheet + CSV Consideration

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Worksheet · AI data DD resource
Data annotation vendor comparison worksheet
Sample design
Vendor A notes
Label rules
Vendor B notes
Language fit
Vendor A notes
Review sample
Vendor B notes
Output test
Vendor A notes
Rework rule
Vendor B notes
The cheap quote gets expensive when the first batch turns into a relabeling exercise.