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Simultaneous Interpreting<\/strong> (SI) is the interpretation of speech from one language to another whilst said speech is in progress. It\u2019s a highly skilled task as it involves thinking quickly in two languages and often calls for an in-depth knowledge of specialized terminology.<\/strong>
\nIn the past, simultaneous interpreting was something that was generally done in person. The interpreter would be present at the event, meeting or conference to facilitate communication, often located in a purpose-built soundproof booth.
\nRemote Simultaneous Interpreting<\/strong> or RSI<\/strong> is not a new thing, but in 2020 it has, of course, become extremely common. All the events or meetings that have now shifted into a virtual space as a result of COVID-19<\/strong> still need the input of a professional interpreter<\/strong> so that the participants can communicate fluidly. So, interpreters are now increasingly providing remote services from their home or office.<\/p>\n

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How does RSI work?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Remote Simultaneous Interpreting works in much the same way as presential Simultaneous Interpreting does. The interpreter sees a live-streamed<\/strong> video of the speaker giving a presentation or speech on their own computer, in the comfort of their own office. This requires special software in the shape of a cloud-based RSI platform<\/strong>.
\nSpeaking into a microphone, they translate the speech as it\u2019s in progress. Those who don\u2019t speak the language in question can access this audio. As this is such a demanding task, interpreters work in teams and cover blocks of 15-25 minutes to make sure the quality of the interpretation is consistently high, just as they would if interpreting in person.<\/p>\n

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Pros of Remote Simultaneous Interpreting
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There are both positives and negatives to RSI. Let\u2019s start with how you could benefit from it.
\n\u2022 It\u2019s flexible:<\/strong> Remote interpreting is easier to arrange at short notice, so you can make sure you cover the requirements of all the attendees at your event or meeting even if there are last-minute changes. During COVID-19, we\u2019ve all learned how important it is to be ready for any eventuality.<\/p>\n

\u2022 It doesn\u2019t require travel:<\/strong> Even if some people are able to travel to attend your event or conference, the fact that your interpreter doesn\u2019t have to travel to be there means there are fewer potential issues involving COVID-19, such as last-minute symptoms or cancelled flights. Whilst other costs are involved, you won\u2019t have to pay for your interpreter\u2019s travel or accommodation. Holding your event remotely can also drastically reduce its carbon footprint.<\/p>\n

\u2022 There are more interpreters available:<\/strong> As they can work from home from anywhere in the world, you can choose the best-qualified interpreter rather than the most convenient one.<\/p>\n

\u2022 You can reach more people:<\/strong> Holding an event remotely means far more people might be able to attend it. RSI means your event can cross borders it never would have without remote multi-lingual support.<\/p>\n

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Cons of Remote Simultaneous Interpretation<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, there are always two sides to every story. These are some of the downsides of RSI.
\n\u2022 There are associated risks: Technology is a wonderful thing, but it is fallible. There could be issues with internet connections, hardware or the platform that prevent the interpreter from doing their job. There are also risks associated with audio quality and data security.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The interpreter has more responsibility: Rather than just doing what they do best, interpreting, the linguist is also responsible for managing their hardware and the platform, which can lead to problems.<\/p>\n

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The Future of RSI<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Whilst we can be sure that Simultaneous Interpreting will return to a large degree once the COVID-19 pandemic is over, there\u2019s no doubt that many people will continue to both use and provide RSI services.
\nHaving learned that in-person interpreting isn\u2019t always necessary, people will think more carefully about whether RSI would be more appropriate for their event thanks to its flexibility, savings, convenience and reduced carbon footprint.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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