Classification codes for a translation and localization services
Language translation. Below are the closest matches in NAICS, ISIC, SIC, NACE, SOC, and other major classification systems. Click any code for its full definition, subcategories, and crosswalks across every system.
- 4922Top matchLocal Messengers and Local Delivery
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing local messenger and delivery services of small items within a single metropolitan area or within an urban center. These establishments generally provide point-to-point pick-up and delivery and do not operate as part of an intercity courier network. Illustrative Examples: Letters, documents, or small parcels local delivery services Grocery delivery services (i.e., independent service from grocery store) Alcoholic beverages delivery services Restaurant meals order and delivery services (i.e., independent order and delivery services) Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
- 492210Local Messengers and Local Delivery
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing local messenger and delivery services of small items within a single metropolitan area or within an urban center. These establishments generally provide point-to-point pick-up and delivery and do not operate as part of an intercity courier network. Illustrative Examples: Letters, documents, or small parcels local delivery services Grocery delivery services (i.e., independent service from grocery store) Alcoholic beverages delivery services Restaurant meals order and delivery services (i.e., independent order and delivery services) Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
- 49221Local Messengers and Local Delivery
See industry description for 492210.
- 58.29Top matchSoftware publishing
This class includes: - publishing of ready-made (non-customised) software, including translation or adaptation of non-customised software for a particular market on own account: • operating systems • business and other applications This class excludes: - reproduction of software, see 18.20 - retail sale of non-customised software, see 47.41 - production of software not associated with publishing, including translation or adaptation of non-customised software for a particular market on a fee or contract basis, see 62.01 - on-line provision of software (application hosting and application service provisioning), see 63.11
- 62.01Computer programming activities
This class includes the writing, modifying, testing and supporting of software. This class includes: - designing the structure and content of, and/or writing the computer code necessary to create and implement: • systems software (including updates and patches) • software applications (including updates and patches) • databases • web pages - customising of software, i.e. modifying and configuring an existing application so that it is functional within the clients' information system environment This class excludes: - publishing packaged software, see 58.29 - translation or adaptation of non-customised software for a particular market on own account, see 58.29 - planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software and communication technologies, even though providing software might be an integral part, see 62.02
- 27-3091Top matchInterpreters and Translators
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
- 31-9094Medical Transcriptionists
Transcribe medical reports recorded by physicians and other healthcare practitioners using various electronic devices, covering office visits, emergency room visits, diagnostic imaging studies, operations, chart reviews, and final summaries. Transcribe dictated reports and translate abbreviations into fully understandable form. Edit as necessary and return reports in either printed or electronic form for review and signature, or correction.
- 2643Top matchTranslators, Interpreters and Other Linguists
Translators, interpreters and other linguists translate or interpret from one language into another and study the origin, development and structure of languages. Tasks include - (a) studying relationships between ancient parent languages and modern language groups, tracing the origin and evolution of words, grammar and language forms, and presenting findings; (b) advising on or preparing language classification systems, grammars, dictionaries and similar materials; (c) translating from one language into another and ensuring that the correct meaning of the original is retained, that legal, technical or scientific works are correctly rendered, and that the phraseology and terminology of the spirit and style of literary works are conveyed as far as possible; (d) developing methods for the use of computers and other instruments to improve productivity and quality of translation; (e) interpreting from a spoken or a signed language into another spoken or signed language, in particular at conferences, meetings and similar occasions, and ensuring that the correct meaning and, as far as possible, the spirit of the original are transmitted; (f) revising and correcting translated material. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Interpreter - Lexicographer - Philologist - Sign language interpreter - Subtitler - Translator - Translator-reviser Some related occupations classified elsewhere: - Author - 2641 - Book editor - 2641 - Journalist - 2642.
- 264Authors, Journalists and Linguists
Authors, journalists and linguists conceive and create literary works; interpret and communicate news and public affairs through the media; and translate or interpret from one language into another. Tasks performed usually include: writing literary works; appraising merits of literary and other works of art; collecting information about current affairs and writing about them; researching, investigating, interpreting and communicating news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media; translating written material from one language to another; simultaneously translating from one language to another. Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups: 2641 Authors and Related Writers 2642 Journalists 2643 Translators, Interpreters and Other Linguists.
- 2652Musicians, Singers and Composers
Musicians, singers and composers write, arrange, conduct and perform musical compositions. Tasks include - (a) creating melodic, harmonic and rhythmic structures to express ideas and emotions in musical form; (b) translating ideas and concepts into standard musical signs and symbols for reproduction and performance; (c) adapting or arranging music for particular instrumental or vocal groups, instruments or occasions; (d) conducting instrumental or vocal groups; (e) selecting music for performances and assigning instrumental parts to musicians; (f) playing one or more musical instruments as a soloist or as a member of an orchestra or a musical group; (g) singing as a soloist or as a member of a vocal group or other band; (h) practising and rehearsing to maintain a high standard of performance. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Band leader - Composer - Instrumentalist - Music conductor - Night club musician - Night club singer - Orchestrator - Singer - Street musician - Street singer.
- 8395Top matchTranslation and interpretation services
CPC v2.1 class (Translation and interpretation services) within 'Other professional, technical and business services'. UN Central Product Classification grouping of related products at this level.
- 83950Translation and interpretation services
**Includes:** - services generally related to the translation of texts from one language to another, resulting in a written document - interpretation services are generally concerned with stating orally in one language what has been stated orally in another language
- 85961Convention assistance and organization services
**Includes:** - organization and management of conventions and congresses and provision of convention assistance and support services, with or without own staff, including components such as: • advice and consultancy services with respect to all aspects of the organization of conventions including defining objectives, financing, e.g., through sponsorship, exhibitions, loans and registration fees, estimating income and expenditure budgets and other financial matters • assistance in choosing and locating space, venue research, feasibility and negotiation • marketing and public relations for the convention or congress, speaker liaison • organization or provision of secretariat and office facilities and staff for conference registration, conference administration, conference documentation and abstract handling, translation of documents etc. • organization or supply of simultaneous interpretation and other on-site services • supply of registration processing systems, electronic information and design • supply and setting up of equipment such as audiovisual equipment associated with the organization of the event • organization or provision of accommodation booking services that include negotiating group discounts, delegate transfers and on-site transportation services, food and beverage arrangements, and tour programmes Note: Payment for these services can be through fees assessed to organizers and exhibitors, as well as entry fees for visitors.
Frequently asked questions
- What NAICS 2022 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest NAICS 2022 match for a translation and localization services is 4922 Local Messengers and Local Delivery. Other candidates include 492210 Local Messengers and Local Delivery and 49221 Local Messengers and Local Delivery.
- What ISIC Rev 4 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest ISIC Rev 4 match for a translation and localization services is 6201 Computer programming activities.
- What NACE Rev 2 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest NACE Rev 2 match for a translation and localization services is 58.29 Software publishing. Other candidates include 62.01 Computer programming activities.
- What ANZSIC 2006 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest ANZSIC 2006 match for a translation and localization services is 6999 Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services n.e.c..
- What NIC 2008 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest NIC 2008 match for a translation and localization services is 6201 Computer programming activities.
- What SOC 2018 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest SOC 2018 match for a translation and localization services is 27-3091 Interpreters and Translators. Other candidates include 31-9094 Medical Transcriptionists.
- What ISCO-08 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest ISCO-08 match for a translation and localization services is 2643 Translators, Interpreters and Other Linguists. Other candidates include 264 Authors, Journalists and Linguists and 2652 Musicians, Singers and Composers.
- What CPC v2.1 code applies to a translation and localization services?
- The closest CPC v2.1 match for a translation and localization services is 8395 Translation and interpretation services. Other candidates include 83950 Translation and interpretation services and 85961 Convention assistance and organization services.
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