Over the last two years, between technological evolution and uncertainties due to the repeated waves of COVID-19, the business world has undergone a radical transformation. The same interpreting, Inherently linked to the organization of in-person conferences, Has been profoundly affected and changed by the pandemic. Therefore, we talk about hybrid interpreting.
Obligations and stops during the lockdown proved to be a real challenge for the industry, to which, however, we responded promptly and professionally. In fact, after an initial and physiological hesitancy, we can say today that Interpretation came out stronger and improved from such a complex historical period, evolving through new 2.0 tools.
Online interpreting: the point of the situation
As we have seen, despite the lock down period and the consequent sense of bewilderment that affected all categories, interpreting has managed to reinvent itself by investing in the technological development of new tools, in order to facilitate communication between people even remotely.
They have been implemented for this purpose solutions increasingly linked to the digital world, able to shorten the distance between online interpreters and professionals, such as telephone interpreting and that video. International conferences have turned into virtual events and multilingual webinars, enabling millions of people to work together again, breaking down physical and language barriers through the professionalism of trained remote interpreters.
The situation has changed in the meantime, and it is now possible to return to holding conferences even in attendance. According to Ordinance No. 290 of Dec. 6, 2021, published in the Official Gazette ("Guidelines for the Resumption of Economic and Social Activities"), conferences are open to all professionals with a green pass or substitute medical statement, provided that the event organizers comply with the stipulated restrictions. In particular, spacing between participants, constant sanitization of environments and technical equipment used, as well as the presence of physical barriers, sanitizers, and qualified personnel to ensure the fulfillment of these duties must be ensured.
Organizing a multilingual convention remains a complex task, but one that we are able to accomplish successfully today. It is therefore possible to return to face-to-face interaction, communicate with different cultures and forge new partnerships in a smart way, precisely by taking advantage of the new digital tools that are "children" of the lessons we have learned over the past two years.
Thus was born a new way of interpreting, said "hybrid." that combines classic industry modes with the latest online communication tools.
Hybrid interpreting: conferences in attendance 2.0
If we analyze the results of the last few months, we can only feel proud of our work. The new ones remote interpreters have mastered the best available hardware and software. This has allowed the world to continue doing business online as well.
Part of the technologies developed for this purpose can now also be used during the on-site conferences. A particularly significant example is that offered by Rafiky, our partner web conferencing platform, which has designed a convention-friendly smartphone app. The app allows participants to enjoy simultaneous translations through your own device and headphones. This results in a Substantial cost reduction for equipment and its sanitation (estimated between 40 and 60%). In addition, greater safety is provided for all people using it, as they will be able to maintain spacing more easily and limit contact with foreign surfaces and objects.
In addition, thanks to the enhancement of the entire audio-video compartment, it is possible to also make the interpreters and people who prefer or can't move. This allows you to expand your audience and collaborate with the best professionals, at the same time keeping the entrance quotas and the management costs low.
Congressi Internazionali is therefore today able to offer a comprehensive, versatile service that is perfectly in line with current regulations while maintaining very high quality standards. Relying on us means maximizing performance and optimizing resources, as we study solutions tailored to our client's needs. In fact, after a careful analysis of your needs and availability, we can Indicate the type of interpreting best suited to your specific case, handling all the technical part and related instrumentation both on site and remotely.
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