# Milestone Localization: Specialized Translation & Localization for Life Sciences, eLearning, and Heavy Machinery > Milestone Localization is an ISO 17100, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485-certified translation and > localization company serving three core industries: life sciences (medical device manufacturers, > pharmaceutical companies, and CROs), corporate training and eLearning, and heavy machinery and > industrial manufacturing. Core expertise includes IFU and eIFU translation, MDR/IVDR regulatory > submissions, Storyline/Rise eLearning localization, and operator > manual and SOP translation for industrial equipment. Serving 400+ global clients. ## Life Sciences Translation Services - [Life Sciences Translation Hub](https://www.milestoneloc.com/lifesciences/): Overview of Milestone's specialized services for pharma, medical devices, clinical research, and healthcare. - [Medical Device Translation Services](https://www.milestoneloc.com/lifesciences/medical-device-translation-services/): Compliant translations for IFUs, device labels, technical files, and MDR/IVDR regulatory submissions. - [Medical Software Localization](https://milestoneloc.com/lifesciences/medical-software-localization/): End-to-end localization and testing for SaMD, medical apps, and regulated software interfaces. - [Pharmaceutical Translation Services](https://milestoneloc.com/lifesciences/pharmaceutical-translation-services/): Translations for clinical-to-commercial pharma workflows, dossiers, and regulatory submissions. - [Clinical Trial Translation Services](https://milestoneloc.com/lifesciences/clinical-trial-translation-services): Patient-facing and site-level translations for ICFs, protocols, COAs, ePROs, and multi-site documentation. ## Regulatory Compliance Resources - [EU MDR Language Requirements Guide](https://www.milestoneloc.com/eu-mdr-language-requirements/): Comprehensive guide on translation obligations under the European Medical Device Regulation. - [Proposed Changes to EU MDR/IVDR: Impact on Translations](https://www.milestoneloc.com/proposed-changes-to-eu-mdr-and-ivdr/): What medical device regulatory teams need to understand about the December 2025 EU MDR/IVDR Regulation revision proposal and its real impact on translation strategy. - [MDD vs MDR: Translation Differences](https://www.milestoneloc.com/mdd-vs-mdr-key-differences-in-translation/): Key changes in translation and language obligations moving from MDD to MDR. - [CE Marking Compliance & Translation](https://www.milestoneloc.com/ce-marking-compliance-with-accurate-translations/): How accurate translation supports CE marking for European market entry. - [eIFU Translation & Compliance](https://www.milestoneloc.com/the-importance-of-eifu-translation-in-medical-device-compliance/): Requirements and best practices for electronic Instructions for Use translation. - [IFU Translation Guide](https://www.milestoneloc.com/ifu-translation/): Detailed guide on IFU translation requirements, workflows, and quality standards. - [EUDAMED Translation Requirements](https://www.milestoneloc.com/eudamed-translation-needs-for-medical-devices/): Detailed guide on translations required for EUDAMED. ## ISO Certifications - [ISO 17100:2015 Certified](https://www.milestoneloc.com/iso-17100-2015-certified-translation-agency/): Certification covering translation process, translator qualifications, and QA workflows. - [ISO 13485:2016 Certified](https://www.milestoneloc.com/iso-134852016-certified-translation-agency/): Medical device quality management system certification applied to translation services. - [ISO 9001:2015 Certified](https://www.milestoneloc.com/iso-90012015-certified-translation-agency/): General quality management certification ensuring consistency and continual improvement. ## Technical & Regulated Industry Services - [Manufacturing Translation Services](https://www.milestoneloc.com/manufacturing-translation-services/): Technical translations for SOPs, operator manuals, training materials, and QA documentation. - [Chemical Translation Services](https://www.milestoneloc.com/chemical-translation-services/): Translations for Safety Data Sheets, CLP labels, regulatory filings, and process documentation. - [Automotive Translation Services](https://www.milestoneloc.com/automotive-translation-services/): Translations for manuals, diagnostics, compliance, and technical documentation. ## Corporate Training & eLearning Localization - [eLearning Localization Services](https://www.milestoneloc.com/localization/e-learning-localization/): eLearning translation and localization for global teams. - [10 Cost-Saving Strategies for Global Training Localization](https://www.milestoneloc.com/global-training-localization/): Practical eBook on reducing localization costs without sacrificing quality. - [Translating Articulate Courses: The Complete Handbook](https://www.milestoneloc.com/translating-articulate-courses-the-complete-handbook/): Detailed eBook on translating Rise and Storyline files. ## Clinical Research & Pharmaceutical Insights - [CROs and Multilingual Clinical Trial Documentation](https://www.milestoneloc.com/cros-for-multilingual-clinical-trial-documentation/): How CROs can manage translation across global trial sites. - [ICF Translation Requirements](https://www.milestoneloc.com/icf-translation/): Best practices for translating Informed Consent Forms under global regulatory frameworks. - [Human vs Machine Translation in Healthcare](https://www.milestoneloc.com/human-vs-machine-translation-in-healthcare/): Analysis of when human translation is required vs when MT is appropriate for healthcare content. - [Pharmaceutical Translation Guide](https://www.milestoneloc.com/pharmaceutical-translation-guide/): Overview of challenges and best practices for biotech and pharma translation. - [EU CTR 536/2014 Translation Requirements](https://www.milestoneloc.com/eu-ctr-536-2014-translation-requirements/): Language compliance requirements for clinical trials under EU CTR. - [Translation Requirements for SwissMed](https://www.milestoneloc.com/language-regulations-for-pharmaceutical-products-under-swissmedic/): Language requirements for pharmaceutical products in Switzerland. ## Company - [About Milestone Localization](https://www.milestoneloc.com/about-us-milestone-localization/): ISO-certified specialist in life sciences and technical translation; 98% client recommendation rate. - [Case Studies](https://www.milestoneloc.com/our-work/): Translation and localization projects across medical device, pharma, and regulated industries. - [Testimonials](https://www.milestoneloc.com/testimonials/): Client reviews highlighting accuracy, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery. - [Quality Policy](https://www.milestoneloc.com/quality-policy/): Milestone's commitment to quality in every regulated translation project. - [Contact / Get a Quote](https://www.milestoneloc.com/contact/): Request a quote for medical device, eLearning, or technical translation — response within 2 hours.