The editors at KERN TecDoc are proven experts in their respective fields.
The editors at KERN TecDoc are proven experts in their respective fields.
Technical editing – our trained editors
Experienced technical editors create your documentation in a clear, efficient and target group-oriented manner. At KERN, you benefit from editorial expertise, standards-compliant preparation and in-depth industry knowledge – for optimal product communication that works.
This quality does not come about by chance: our technical editing team draws on the expertise of trained specialists with many years of experience. Our editors are not only true professionals in technical documentation – they also know the language of your industry. Whether mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or medical technology: every piece of documentation benefits from in-depth specialist knowledge and years of practical experience. This is how texts are created that are convincing – both technically and visually.
In addition, we can also provide on-site support if required: our technical editors are highly motivated, flexible and have extensive practical experience to assist you with your project. They provide reliable support for all your technical communication challenges.
Are you looking for technical editors?
You can also obtain a non-binding quote online at any time.
Editorial expertise – a holistic approach
- Deployment of experienced editors on site to provide direct project support
- Document check to verify quality, completeness and compliance with standards
- Development of individual editorial guidelines to ensure consistent standards
- Optimisation and implementation of professional editorial systems such as Schema ST4, TIM 4.1, Adobe FrameMaker, Cosima Go! and others.
- Process optimisation to reduce effort, costs and throughput times
- Workshops and training courses to build up your employees’ expertise
- Documentation in accordance with specifications – exactly according to your requirements
- Conducting conformity assessments and risk assessments as required
- On request, with direct connection to our translation processes – for consistent multilingual documentation
With our holistic approach, we accompany you from the initial concept to the final product documentation – competently, in a solution-oriented way and always focused on your goals.
Our technical editors understand your products – and your customers. They structure content in a comprehensible, legally compliant and economical manner:
- A high level of work efficiency thanks to highly trained and motivated employees
- Use of specific terminology after consultation with the client
- Improvement of the editing process on client request
- Elimination of training time through continuous customer support
In addition to the points mentioned above, the advantages lie primarily in the professional expertise of our experienced editors.
Our editors possess extensive industry-specific knowledge and international experience. Which editor we assign to your project depends largely on your individual requirements – your personal account manager will take into account not only the technical expertise of the editors, but also your specific preferences when making their selection.
Whether mechanical engineering, medical technology, chemistry or IT – our technical editors have in-depth expertise in numerous specialist areas. They are familiar not only with industry-specific requirements, but also with the relevant legal framework, standards and target groups.
This combination of editorial competence and technical expertise results in precise, practical and comprehensible technical documentation that is precisely tailored to the context of use of your products.
We also prepare complex topics in a way that is tailored to the target audience – visually, linguistically and structurally. This is how we ensure maximum clarity, user-friendliness and efficiency.
We will provide comprehensive support for your project:
- Personal consultation & goal setting
- Editorial concept & structural guidelines
- Creation, testing & quality assurance
- Localisation and translation support
Our technical editing team works in accordance with the highest quality standards. KERN TecDoc is certified according to ISO 17100 and ISO 9001. This means we can guarantee you transparent processes, assured quality and professional data protection every step of the way.
Good instructions are intuitive. Our editors not only choose the right words, but also the most appropriate format – whether it be a traditional manual, online help or interactive documentation. So that your information arrives where it is needed.
Types of instructions – created individually
Our technical editors create, among other things:
- Product descriptions
- Instructions for use and operating instructions
- Assembly manuals
- System documentation
- Catalogues and marketing material
On request, we also develop visual content such as brief graphical instructions or interactive elements – for clear and intuitive product communication.
Technical editing personnel leasing
Are you still looking for technical editors who can support you in a targeted manner with time-sensitive projects, during peak workloads or temporary bottlenecks?
As a full-service provider with over 50 years of experience in foreign language communication and more than 50 locations worldwide, KERN TecDoc offers professional support for your technical communication and technical editing projects.
Our technical editors are at your disposal for special projects or when you are short-staffed. Our team will provide you with comprehensive advice and work with you to determine which of our technical editors can best support you in your project. In this process, you will benefit from competent advice while also being fully flexible. We are happy to translate your technical documentation into other languages upon request. Upon request, our translators will be available to you directly on-site for this purpose.
Advantages of technical editing personnel leasing
- The technical editors at KERN TecDoc have the necessary specialist expertise.
- In addition, we offer a wide range of sectors that our editors can cover.
- Thanks to their expertise and, in most cases, many years of experience, there is no need for a training period.
- This allows you to quickly benefit from the technical editors' expertise and efficiently execute and plan your project.
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As an employer, we assume responsibility for our contract workers. Occupational safety and lawful conduct in every respect and at all times therefore form the cornerstones of our work.
Are you looking for technical editors?
You can also obtain a non-binding quote online at any time.
Why KERN? Technical editing with a system
Our editors work with modular content structures, use verified terminology databases and rely on state-of-the-art editorial systems. This results in documents that are accurate in terms of content, consistent in terms of language and future-proof.
Find out more about our comprehensive range of technical documentation services.
Technical Writers Information Sheet
Technical documentation is one of our core businesses—our writers speak your language and understand your products. They know what needs to be described and how to edit information in a way that makes sense.
Frequently asked questions about technical editing
What does technical editing involve?
Technical editing plays a crucial role in the creation and preparation of information about your products. The range of tasks performed by our technical editors includes the targeted creation of content for specific target groups and the preparation of instructions and safety information in accordance with legal requirements, standards and guidelines.
The technical editing team ensures that the language used in the documents is easy to understand and that terminology is consistent. It also handles translations to make the product accessible internationally. In addition, it designs the content, structure and layout of technical documentation, including visualisations, to ensure a user-friendly and appealing presentation.
The technical editing team also offers a service for customers by answering questions and providing support in the event of problems. It focuses heavily on the needs and experiences of users in order to ensure optimal usability of the product.
What does a technical editor do?
Technical editors create, structure and revise technical content for different target groups, e.g. operating instructions, product documentation or training materials. In doing so, standards, legal requirements and the relevant technical terminology are taken into account with precision.
What advantages does KERN TecDoc's technical editing service offer?
Our technical editing team combines specialist industry knowledge with editorial expertise. You benefit from ISO-certified processes, proven editing systems (including Schema ST4 and TIM 4.1) and the option of converting documentation directly into multilingual versions.
For which industries is technical editing suitable?
The editors at KERN TecDoc work in numerous industries, including mechanical engineering, medical technology, automation, IT and chemistry. Thanks to our extensive network, we select specialists who can translate your content with technical and linguistic accuracy.
Is it possible to get help with translating technical documentation?
Yes, upon request, we can integrate technical editing directly into our translation processes. This gives you multilingual documentation from a single source – consistent, efficient and compliant with standards.
Which editorial systems are used at KERN?
Our editors work with modern tools such as Schema ST4, TIM 4.1, Adobe FrameMaker, Cosima Go! and other industry-specific applications. This is how we ensure structured content, reusability and the highest quality standards.
Is the technical editing department at KERN ISO-certified?
Yes. KERN TecDoc is certified according to ISO 17100 (translation processes) and ISO 9001 (quality management). These standards ensure the quality, transparency and efficiency of our services – including in the field of technical editing.
How does a typical editorial project work?
Following a personal consultation, we will work with you to define your goals and requirements. We then develop an editorial concept, create and check your content, optimise existing documentation where necessary – and support you right through to final approval or translation.
How does the work of a technical editor differ in different industries?
The work of a technical editor varies in several respects depending on the industry, although the core tasks – creating, structuring and communicating technical information – remain similar across industries. The decisive factors are the respective products, target groups, legal requirements and technical standards of the industry.
Regardless of the industry, technical editors create documentation such as operating instructions, manuals, installation and maintenance instructions, online help or training materials.
You research technical information, consult with subject matter experts, and prepare content in a way that is understandable for the respective target group. Technical understanding, teaching skills and linguistic precision are essential in this regard.
Please contact us for an industry-specific task definition.