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Podcast: Educating the localizers of the future Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, we hear from Max Troyer, Associate Professor at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey. We’ll hear about the necessary curriculum to educate future localization professionals, new skills that are required, where graduates end up working, typical career paths, and the reasons to consider expanding mentorship in the industry. […]
Localizing the language of gamers Public
As many good stories, this one starts with passion. As a child, Yulia Akhulkova couldn’t imagine life without video games. This passion continued, and today, in addition to working as Nimdzi’s data scientist, Yulia is also the head of localization at International Translation & Informatics Ltd. […]
Pack your bags! 2019 Language industry events you won’t want to miss! Public
Traveling to new places and meeting fascinating people is what the language services industry is all about. Where will you go next? Nimdzi Insights has prepared a list of top events for – or related to – the language services industry. Check it out and start packing! […]
Podcast: Wrangling your global content Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, Scott Abel, AKA the Content Wrangler, talks about how content is the lifeblood of an organization. In fact, it’s a strategic advantage and an asset—but many organizations don’t treat it this way. Scott explains that businesses need to think differently about how they create, manage, translate and deliver content […]
Video Game LocalizationExecutive Summary
Game localization services is a USD 330 million market, but there is a far larger market for accompanying services such as testing and game audio localization. […]
University of Texas (Arlington) – a direct connection to language services Public
Keeping in line with our research in educational partnerships with LSPs, our final 2018 spotlight focuses on the University of Texas (Arlington) (UTA) and their partnerships with the language services sector. […]
Podcast: What’s in store for the translation industry in 2019? Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, hosts Renato Beninatto and Michael Stevens share their industry insights for 2019. Listen as they discuss what they predict the language services industry will be talking about and what trends are on the horizon. […]
Nordic Translation Industry Forum Public
In November 2018, the annual Nordic Translation Industry Forum hosted over 140 language service industry professionals from over 25 countries in Oslo, Norway. Nimdzi’s Lead Interpreting Researcher, Rachael Ryan, spoke about the Virtual Interpreting Technology (VIT) landscape and attended almost all of the presentations. […]
Dawn of the abstraction layer Public
Whenever a class of services or technology becomes electronically available via an API, companies can aggregate and resell multiple brands of that offering. The reseller compares offers and helps to determine the best one. Individual brands become less relevant, and more abstract. […]
Podcast: How to understand and embrace AI Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, hosts Renato Beninatto and Michael Stevens speak with Tripp Parker, a Technical Program Manager for Amazon in the Alexa Health and Wellness team. Tune in to learn about the pros, the cons, and the continued ethics issues surrounding the implementation of AI. […]
AKM Translations – a Russian leader in educational partnership Public
In light of the overwhelming engagement we received following our article on Education in Localization , we decided to place a spotlight on a unique partnership that has recently developed in Russia between AKM Translations and Northern (Arctic) Federal University (Arkhangelsk, Russia). […]
Language services in Finland (full report)Free to preview
Most Finnish LSPs build their businesses around local customers and government programs. However, over the last couple of decades, Finland changed its external trade significantly, and while it still sells a lot to Russia, the top trade partners are now Germany, the United States, Sweden, and the Netherlands. […]
Developments in writing-assistance technology Public
Investors and technologists want corporate copywriters to eventually drop plain MS Word and Google Docs, and begin working in more professional environments so that the art of writing will be backed up by science. Learn about the latest developments, investments, and key players in the writing-assistance technology space. […]
Podcast: Tracking Data to Prove ROI Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, Joel Sahleen, a Globalization Architect at Domo, talks about driving localization for a major BI platform and how the right data can prove ROI. Learn how localization can be similar to the “chicken and egg” scenario and how a “wall of shame” can help resolve localization issues. […]
How can LSPs benefit with educational partnership? Public
Where do project managers go to find the most qualified localization experts in the language services field? Are they looking for hands-on experience or are they interested in those who are brand new but have earned a degree in localization? And just how worthwhile is it, for language services professionals to partner with institutions of […]
Limitations of interpreter certificationsExclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Some say that interpreting is the second oldest profession dating back to Ancient Egypt. In modern times, interpreting became used in a more established manner with the introduction of interpreting education programs – and with that, came the establishment of interpreting certifications. […]
Exploring linguistic fillers Public
Linguistic fillers are the utterances we use during speech that do not have a particular meaning. They are often perceived as not serving any purpose, and as a sign of distractedness, or nervousness. However, there are many reasons for using these seemingly useless phrases and utterances. […]
Podcast: Selling software in today’s localization landscape Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, Bjoern Lux, Client Solutions Manager at XTM, shares his experience selling software in today’s localization landscape. Listen here to learn how he does it! Bjoern also talks about mistakes clients make when buying a TMS. […]
Machine Translation Masters One Trillion Words Public
According to Nimdzi estimates, the world is reaching a new milestone in machine translation – more than 1 trillion words a day. Machines translate in a single day more than all professional translators on the planet combined can do in a year. […]
Terminology management systems comparisonExecutive Summary
Terminology management is a vital step in any successful translation project. As a key asset of SEO and content management, terminology is also essential for data transfer and perception by the target audience. In fact, we all use terminology. Read the full report to learn why investing in management terminology just makes sense. […]
Future-proofing LSP Technology Public
At the TAUS Annual conference in Vancouver, Welocalize’s VP of software, Douglas Knoll, demonstrated a new production platform that can now be used for virtually any task. This opens up a critical technology discussion among LSPs regarding the ability to to expedite additional services – but this means bad news for TMS creators inside translation […]
Why the official language debate rages on Public
In some countries, there is only one official language. In others, there are several, and in a few, there is no official language at all – and this is what interests us. What impact does not having an official language have on a nation and its people? […]
TMS API Comparison Public
For the buyer, on-boarding a TMS means evaluating how detailed and robust the associated APIs are. For the API vendor, it’s important to ensure all functionalities can be operated via the API, and that the API is intuitive and developer-friendly. Check out Nimdzi’s first summary of what TMS users should look for in an API. […]
Localization PM Infographic Free to preview
The Nimdzi Localization Project Management infograph closely examines the types of localization project managers. We zero in on each type’s level of popularity, language skills, ambition, career advancement goals, and more. Take a look and see where you fit in or who would be the next best fit for your team! […]
The race for multilingual home automation Public
Smart homes are increasing in popularity around the globe. Today, around a quarter of North American homes operate with some type of home automation, and this percentage is expected to rise to well over 40 percent in the coming years. Each part of the world in fact, will see a sharp spike in smart home […]
Podcast: Proving the ROI of Localization Public
Measuring return on localization investment is tricky. Localization managers at companies large and small have struggled with this task. If you are one of these frustrated managers, you owe it to yourself to listen to this podcast and learn from how HubSpot approaches measuring the ROI of their international initiatives. Podcast: Proving the ROI of […]
Conference Report: ELIA ND Focus on Project Management Public
In September, the European Language Industry Association (ELIA) hosted nearly one hundred localization professionals in Porto, Portugal for ELIA ND Focus on Project Management. Nimdzi Managing Director, Tucker Johnson, delivered the keynote address and attended all of the available workshops. ELIA ND […]
Smart home technology – a rapidly-growing global marketExecutive Summary
The global smart home market could likely reach well over USD 115 billion by 2023 with an annual growth rate of more than 20 percent. As home automation popularity increases, language services will become an increasingly heated topic with Amazon, Google, and Apple remaining at center stage in the multilingual high stakes competition. […]
Dubbing and voice over market in Russia Public
With more and more translation companies moving into media localization to reap the benefits from the entertainment industry, we decided to look at the business side of Russian entertainment localization. […]
Podcast: Getting the most out of localization events and conferences Public
Battle-hardened conference veterans, Michael and Renato, are happy to share their tips on how to make the most of your conference experience. Download the podcast to listen or read the full transcript before boarding the plane for your next localization adventure. Podcast: Conference survival guideGetting the most out of localization conferences Today’s discussion Battle-hardened conference […]
5 Intriguing changes in the Russian language services market Public
2018 has been a game changer for the Russian language services market. This year’s Translation Forum Russia, held in Yekaterinburg, highlighted major shifts in the buyer and seller landscape, and in technology. […]
Top 7 fears that keep client-side globalization directors up at nightExclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Localization nightmaresTop 7 fears that keep globalization directors up at night Introduction – We wanted to find out what worries language services buyers the most, so we asked one basic question: What keeps you awake at night? We asked this question to over 100 buyers of localization services who work for any number of companies […]
Intercultural mediation in healthcare Public
With a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Dr. ET de V Souza offers 10 tips to healthcare practitioners, medical interpreters, and language services providers in order to strengthen language access and narrow the gap on miscommunication […]
Podcast: How do cultural codes affect business Public
Dr. Clotaire Rapaille, CEO of Archetype Discoveries, is an expert in how culture and context exert their influence on business behaviors and communication. In this episode, he talks with us about how variances in how we understand the meanings of words—such as perfection, mistakes, and quality—can deeply affect business, especially when multiple cultures are involved. […]
Healthcare check-up on ROIExclusive for Nimdzi Partners
“Qualified medical interpreters play a role in reducing health care costs… Patients with limited English proficiency who communicate through interpreters have a 1.5-day shorter length of stay in the hospital, on average, than patients who do not.” […]
Podcast: A peek inside the Canadian Translation Bureau Public
Stéphan Déry, CEO of the Canadian Translation Bureau, gives us insider insights into the birth of the department and how it handles massive volumes of French and English translation and interpretation. Topics include the history of the Bureau, the resources required, how they measure quality and the use of MT. Listen in to learn all […]
Do you know your ABC’s? The new independent contractor law in California Public
In April of this year, the California Supreme Court abandoned its longstanding common law test used to determine independent contractor (IC) status and instead, adopted the strict ABC test. Several states have also adopted the ABC test, but some states are more relaxed in their application, requiring that only the “A” or the “B” sections […]
TAUS – the quest for an ideal TM / MT configuration Public
By July 2018, the TAUS Quality Dashboard benchmarking database had exceeded 100 million words. It is still small in comparison with TMS databases, but it is slowly becoming a relevant aggregation of translation project metadata from which we can start drawing early conclusions. TAUS Big Data Gets BiggerThe quest for an ideal TM / MT […]
The Quarterly Business Review (QBR)Exclusive for Nimdzi Partners
For any business that relies on a healthy client base, creating and successfully managing quarterly business reports (QBRs) is critical to company success. Even though your clients have signed an annual contract, there is no guarantee they will renew at the end of the year, so take nothing for granted. Yes, they are your clients, […]
Podcast: How to Get Started in B2B Marketing Public
Michael is the founder of Burns360 and today he discusses his experience in strategic marketing and corporate communications. Renato and Michael Stevens have an interesting conversation about how these skills can be applied to international B2B companies, specifically in the language services industry. Podcast:B2B MarketingMicahel Burns discusses getting started in B2B Marketing Today’s discussion Michael is the […]
M&A conquest in France Public
It might be a hot summer in Paris, but mergers and acquisitions in the language space are even hotter. The French market has been transformed by finance-backed LSPs. What does it mean for different stakeholders in the language business? […]
The problem of platform abundance Public
The number of platforms that are available to us is a number that is growing everyday. On these platforms there are unlimited applications and features that we can use. This growth affects all aspects of our lives — both personal and professional. […]
Introduction to Virtual Interpreting Technology (VIT) Public
Nimdzi Insights is proud to announce the Virtual Interpreting Technology database. Virtual Interpreting Technology (VIT) – one of the fastest growing areas in the language industry today. As we can see from the Nimdzi “What language service buyers want” report, technology is high on the list of priorities of languages service buyers (LSBs). […]
VIT overview tool Public
Detailed view of all functionalities, connectors, and features of the top virtual interpreting technology systems on the market today. Never before has all this information been in one easy-to-compare format. Just what is the VIT Compare Tool? Have you ever wanted to easily compare all of the features of top VIT systems? Have you always […]
VIT Compare Tool Partners only
Just what is the VIT Compare Tool? Have you ever wanted to easily compare all of the features of top VIT systems? Have you always wanted a side-by-side comparison that makes sure you are getting an apples to apples view of each technology? Well that’s exactly what you get with the VIT Compare Tool. Explore […]
Webinar: Project management soft skills (part 2)
In part 1, we looked at some universal soft skills and how to best manage both internal and internal stakeholders. In part 2, we will go deeper and talk about some practical tips for managing your internal team and also, most importantly of all, how to manage yourself! […]
Podcast: The Evolution of Interpretation Public
Ewandro Magalhães, Vice President of Kudo, talks with us about the latest developments in the interpretation industry. He discusses its fascinating history, too. Tune in to hear from an expert. […]
Translation tech goes media Public
Four out of the five fastest-growing language services companies in 2018 are media localization specialists. The media business has seen a boom over the last two years, and traditional translation companies are taking notice. Media localization won’t stay an uncontested insular niche for long. […]
Localization efforts in South Africa Public
Nelson Mandela International Day is a time to reflect on Mandela’s life and legacy and on ways we can take an active role to build international bonds and strengthen global connections. With its 9 indigenous official languages and localization grassroots efforts, South Africa is becoming a global magnet – read on to find out more! […]
Podcast: The Evolution of Tools and Teams in a Growing Loc Program Public
In this episode of Globally Speaking, Renato and Michael welcome Julio Leal, Localization Manager at Ciena. We discuss the triggers for implementing CMS and TMS technology and how to get it done. Tune in to hear his experienced perspective. […]
Webinar: KPI Dashboards made easy Public
To make good decisions, program managers need good data. We ALL can have real-time reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) in order maintain the overall health of our localization programs. Join this webinar to discover some simple (and free) methods you can use to start building your fancy reporting dashboards […]
Localization Project Manager Career PathsExclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Using sophisticated machine learning algorithms, we performed a statistical analysis of over 1,000 project manager profiles who are currently working in the localization field on both the client and vendor side, analyzed 245 separate criteria related to each of these 1,000 project managers, analyzed dozens of variables to find statistically significant correlations that drive success […]
Travel and hospitality localization Public
Travel and tourism equates to big bucks – we are talking about trillions of US dollars to the global economy. With these kinds of stakes, it is no wonder that more and more businesses catering to the travel and tourism industry are investing heavily in localization. […]
Happy American Independence Day(?) Public
In light of recent events in the current political climate and how the United States is choosing to treat immigrant families arriving at the border, perhaps this July 4th Americans should not only focus on their nation’s values but on how the current president’s words affect the reality of those who arrive at America’s metaphorical shores. […]
Webinar: Project management soft skills (Part 1)
Sometimes project managers can be so focused on processes that we forget to hone our soft skills. A big part of managing projects requires working with other people – clients, team members, and of course our bosses. This webinar will teach important soft skills that anybody (not just project managers) can start using immediately […]
Podcast: Sympathy for the Traitor: The Art of Literary Translation (Part Two) Public
Pick up where we left off in Part One of this two-part podcast. We talk to Mark Polizzotti, author of “Sympathy for the Traitor”. Join us for the first segment in a two-part series focusing on the special challenges of translating artistic works. […]
Conference report: Unbabel annual conference 2018 Public
In January 2018 Unbabel closed a USD 23-million “Series B” funding round from M12, formerly Microsoft Ventures. This brought their total investment to USD 31.2 million, making Unbabel the 3rd most funded tech startup ever in the language space. The team vowed to disrupt the industry and become “the world’s language layer.” […]
Podcast: Sympathy for the Traitor: The Art of Literary Translation (Part One) Public
Is a literary translator a servant of the artist, or is literary translation an art in and of itself? Join us for the first segment in a two-part series focusing on the special challenges of translating artistic works. […]
Interpreting opportunities in retailExclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Interpreting services have been grossly underrepresented in the retail industry. Traditionally, interpreting has only been used in retail to manage and resolve legal disputes, accounts receivable, or collection issues. In this report, we look at how interpreting services can not only benefit consumers but can also increase return on investment (ROI). […]
Finnish language services market study: preliminary findings Public
Nimdzi is excited to partner with the SKY association to perform an in-depth analysis of the language services market in Finland. This is a very interesting market to study, so we decided to publish a sneak peak of what we have found so far. […]
Webinar: Inbound marketing for LSPs
Inbound is about making clients come to you. This technique is starting to make its way into the translation industry, but only one out of five large companies are using it. In this webinar, we will take a look at LSP campaigns and processes to develop content and get the most of it with marketing […]
Language technology atlas Free to preview
The Nimdzi Language Technology Atlas consists of an infographic accompanied by a curated spreadsheet with software listings for various translation and interpreting needs. We’ve mapped over 400 different tools, and the list is growing quickly. The language industry is becoming more technical and complex, but Nimdzi is here to help! […]
Artificial Intelligence policing workplace harassment Public
While the use of AI bots might now be classified as “old school” in the tech world, there are some developers who are breathing new life and purpose into how we interact with this technology. One new and exciting area involves the policing of workplace harassment. […]
Six takeaways from LocWorld 37 in Warsaw Public
Welcome to LocWorld 37! If you weren’t able to make it, we have summarized the main takeaways from the event. From the boom in data processing services and the leveraging of AI in localization workflow, to the TMS buying rampage, the gaming industry, startup companies and more, Nimdzi lists the highlights from LocWorld 37. […]
Podcast: Advancing the TAUS Dynamic Quality Framework (DQF) Public
In today’s podcast, we invite TAUS founder, Jaap Van der Meer, who discusses why the Dynamic Quality Framework (DQF) is so important for measuring quality in all aspects of the language industry. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss! […]
Battle of the sexes – Gender and inclusion in the language services industry Exclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Gender and inclusion continue to be hot topics both in social spheres and in the workforce. Although women’s movements and social activist efforts have worked to narrow the gap, some areas seem to indicate a widening of the gap. In this report, we examine how the language services industry stacks up to this index. […]
Does language affect gender equality? Public
The study of languages reveals a lot more than mere global differences in verbal and written communication. Languages reveal a lot about a people’s belief systems, political ideologies, and perceived social order – languages are a mirror into how communities see the world and how they in turn, see their individual and collective roles within it. […]
Webinar: Translation management systems – a comparison
In this feature discovery webinar presented by Konstantin Dranch and Tucker Johnson, we examine ten popular translation management systems and compare them step-by-step by the functionality they offer. What are the unique features that differentiate one system from another? The information will be useful for both TMS users and developers. […]
How language can influence violence (Memorial Day Reflections) Public
Words have been used throughout the ages to convince citizens of doing the unthinkable, to secure political and economic domination, and to gain national and international power. Our history has been plagued with violent undertones and our language plays a key role in the history and culture of American violence. […]
Podcast: Saving Latin America’s Endangered Languages Public
Languages evolve and languages die. But there are some things that we can do to help protect these endangered languages and the people who speak them. Today’s podcast focuses on the efforts of Cecilia Piaggio who, in collaboration with Latin America Habla, is helping to protect endangered languages of Latin America. […]
Translation Management Systems Overview Public
Detailed view of all functionalities, connectors, and features of the top TMS systems on the market today. Never before has all this information been in one easy-to-compare format.
TMS Compare Tool Partners only
Just what is the TMS Compare Tool? Have you ever wanted to easily compare hundreds of features, connectors, plugins, and capabilities of top TMS systems? Have you always wanted a side-by-side comparison that makes sure you are getting an apples to apples view of each technology? Well that’s exactly what you get with the TMS […]
Integration map Public
Integration MapSearch TMS solutions by integrations This content is exclusive for Nimdzi Partners You are already logged in with your Nimdzi Partner account, so please feel free to continue to the full content! What is the TMS Integration Map? Easily compare hundreds of features, connectors, plugins, and capabilities of top TMS systems. Side by side […]
The connector game part 2 – Diving deeper Partners only
Nimdzi partners will dive deeper in Part 2 where we look at top CRMs, file repositories, marketing automation systems, ecommerce software, and more – all data is available for download. If you’re thirsty for more TMS insights, keep reading! Check out more from this series of Insight Reports and resources related to TMS […]
The connector game part 1 – Analyzing TMS integrations Public
Nimdzi is proud to announce a series of Insight Reports and resources related to Translation Management Systems, focusing specifically on TMS functions, capabilities, and integrations. Learn more about the value of TMS to buyers, LSP marketing, and strategies with plugins […]
Yanny or Laurel… How people perceive sound Public
The debate over “Yanny vs Laurel” involves a recorded human sound that, depending on the recording device and the frequency used during recording, affects how the sound is perceived. For language services, paying attention to voice samples, script localization, audio recording, and post-production are critical in ensuring your listeners hear your intended message […]
Africa’s ecommerce boom Public
Nigeria is home to Africa’s largest economy and over 50 percent of Nigerians are now online. The Nigerian government is investing heavily power generation, transportation, and technology infrastructure, and the world is taking notice. Are you ready? […]
Webinar: Analysis of top LSPs in the world by revenue
Nimdzi chief researcher Konstantin Dranch and CEO Renato Beninatto will review the top language services providers in the world on the Nimdzi 100 ranking and discuss what makes them successful […]
Podcast: How Netflix Localizes (Brilliantly!) for Kids in Japan Public
How do you localize for Japanese Netflix users who are too young to know the language’s three different writing systems — hiragana, katakana, and kanji? Yuka Ogasawara, Language Manager for Japanese at Netflix-Tokyo, localizes marketing copies, synopses, and titles of various movies while maintaining a high local language quality for the Japanese market. […]
Neural machine translation quality evaluation Public
There is a new market niche for MT selection and the need for independent evaluation is rising. In this article, we look at human MT evaluation over API as well as automated MT evaluation. We review ONEs, human MT evaluation from One Hour Translation, and Inten.to, an automated MT evaluation/marketplace service. Both are available via API […]
The 2018 Nimdzi 100 – Growth (Revised May, 2018) Public
In this revised version, we update figures for many companies with more accurate and more recent numbers. We have also split the reports into three sections, namely the Nimdzi 100 LSP rankings, the language services market analysis, and the language services industry growth […]
The 2018 Nimdzi 100 – Market Analysis (Revised May 2018) Public
In this revised version of the Nimdzi 100, we have split the reports into three sections, namely Nimdzi 100 LSP rankings, language services market analysis, and language services industry growth. Areas showing growth in language services include translation generalists, interpreting and telephone interpreting services, and government and defense contractors. Want to take a closer look? […]
The 2018 Nimdzi 100 – LSP Rankings (Revised May, 2018) Public
In this revised version of the Nimdzi 100, we’ve added watch lists that include companies showing promising growth in the language services industry, and have also included language services providers without a definitive revenue estimate. Read more to learn about the companies that have had a significant impact on the language services market […]
Localization is ruining my gaming experience! Public
According to the Entertainment Software Association, the US gaming industry earned over USD 30 billion in 2016. With these high stakes, it would seem very reasonable to assume that localization would play an important role in order to reach a global audience. However, some Nintendo gamers are concerned that localization creates censorship […]
Podcast: Where are you on the machine translation maturity model? Public
In today’s podcast, our hosts discuss the Machine Translation Maturity Model (MTMM) with Global Product Marketing Director, Jordi Mon Companys, and with Valeria Cannavina, the Senior Project Manager at Donnelley Language Solutions. Together, they discuss how to facilitate an improved intra-company workflow with a clear focus on product strategy, launch, and growth […]
TTS Technology on the rise Exclusive for Nimdzi Partners
We take a look at text to speech technology, TTS investment, how marketers are leveraging the use of TTS, and the rise of virtual assistants vis à vis ecommerce. We share advice from industry leaders, including advice from Constantino de Miguel of Prime Voices who sheds some light on the pros and cons of TTS […]
How Russia did it Public
Social media marketing is where it’s at. No matter what it is your selling, it all comes down to marketing. It’s about effectively reaching our audience, conveying our message, and gaining our desired results. But what happens when certain marketers don’t play by the rules? How did Russian operatives beat us at our own game? […]
Cannabis goes international Public
On October 17th, Canada’s legalization of recreational cannabis takes effect. Once again, Canada is leading the way on the highly controversial debate over the cannabis industry. With many more countries falling suit, the sale and distribution of cannabis is definitely going global, and there are three top trends the localization industry should not ignore […]
Cross-cultural communication Public
When communication faux pas occur, it can lead to misinformed opinions and negative cultural stereotypes. Cultural awareness in the social sphere and workplace are becoming increasingly more complex, but increasingly necessary. Even a basic understanding of cultural diversity goes a long way. How do companies within the language services industry improve cross-cultural communication? […]
Podcast: Localization tactics to strategy Public
In today’s podcast, we discuss Box, an enterprise content management platform that solves simple and complex challenges, including sharing and accessing files with advanced security far beyond traditional methods. Listen as we speak to Hanna Kanabiajeuskaja about the many benefits that Box has to offer localization professionals […]
Get localization right the first time Public
Localization is your ticket to reaching a wider audience, but it requires attention to detail and investment. In a recent Google survey, almost 175,000 Internet users were asked whether or not translation was a problem when they shopped online. 41 percent said that not having content translated or poorly translated content posed a significant problem […]
SDL Annual report analysis Public
SDL’s 2017 annual report differs in some aspects from our own analysis. SDL’s projections remain extremely conservative when it comes to the language services industry. Read on to see how we’ve analyzed the 2017 SDL report, looking at market sizing, TMS market size, the MT impact, as well as growth in the life sciences sector […]
Podcast: Localization in Japan Public
Japan – the world’s third largest economy – is often considered to be the toughest global localization market. However, Japan offers countless opportunities for companies and LSPs that understand how Japanese localization differs from standard practices in Europe, the Americas, and other Asian countries. Join us for a guided tour of the Japanese localization market […]
No need to localize Public
Companies that deal exclusively in the English language should still invest in localization. Languages are dynamic – they must be flexible enough to change as our societies change. Here are just a few reasons why more and more companies invest in localization even if their products and services are offered exclusively in English […]
Global payment gateways series: Part 3 – Customer Expectations Exclusive for Nimdzi Partners
Payment gateways that not only allow for a variety of payment options but that allow customers to pay in familiar currencies are very popular among the nearly 2 billion online shoppers worldwide. But shoppers want more. Does your ecommerce site make the grade? Let’s look at the top 5 customer concerns when shopping online […]
Is it enough to just be a native speaker? Public
It is a common misconception to think that simply hiring a native speaker will solve all of your translation and localization challenges. Successful translators require the ability to apply highly-complex linguistic structures to effectively communicate with a larger audience, not just with native speakers. Not so easy when we put it that way, is it? […]
The Machine Translation Maturity Model (MTMM) Public
Once used to keep tabs on the Russians and translate complicated technical documents, MT is now used in the software localization industry, online networking services, desktop publishing, and international commerce. If you’re wishing to expand your business and connect with the international market, MT might just be the single-most important investment. […]
Podcast: Show me the money – best practices in getting paid Public
Translation and localization services are a labor of love but we also need to get paid – and paid well. One translator has mastered the art of getting paid quickly while avoiding wasteful transaction costs. Eve Lindemuth Bodeux is a localization consultant who provides localization, translation, transcreation, and project management services for product adaptations around […]
AI Meets Localization Public
AI – at least in theory – has been around for centuries. AI is currently being explored and tested for its efficacy in several professional fields, including the music industry, health and wellness, social media platforms, and more. The looming question of course is quite obvious – is this technology something to fear or embrace? […]
Conference report: MESA Europe Forum Public
Media localization dominated the European Mesa Forum as arguably today’s most attractive the language services market segment. Revenue for mid-sized Netflix localization vendors is exploding. Voice and Script International grew 88 percent last year, and Zoo Digital has seen an increase of 143 percent over two years. Together, they became 2017’s fastest growing LSPs […]