Sometimes even the closest friends can get into arguments. The causes can vary, but usually it's over a very avoidable case of miscommunication. They say something, and you misinterpret it, leading to an awkward silence and suppressed feelings. This goes on too long, and now you lost a friend and the potential for new experiences. The worst part? You both speak the same language, meaning all it took was a sit-down and some vulnerability to mend the relationship.
Many real life situations do not have this luxury. The world is a big place, and there exist hundreds of languages, each with their own implications and ways of conveying meaning. This does not even count the multitudes of regional dialects or vocabulary either! The sheer numbers of both make it easy for messages to get lost in translation, or for words to get confused for something else. Misinterpretations are common, and due to the interconnectedness of the world, learning how to effectively communicate has become an essential skill.
Because of this necessity, the services of translators and interpreters have been crucial, especially in business. Miscommunications here can lead to a massive loss in profits or other potential lucrative opportunities. Trading and acquiring services are also business endeavors that translation services are important in. Securing these services can be the difference between a successful business and a struggling one.
As such, the State of Utah Division of Purchasing is seeking bids to secure the services of contractors to provide face-to-face interpreting services, written translation services, over the phone interpretation services, and/or video remote interpretation services. If interested in this opportunity, click on the link to learn more. The bid closes May 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM MDT.