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You've used two or three translation vendors over the past decade. Maybe more. Somewhere in your SharePoint site, a shared drive, or a project manager's email archive, there are folders of old translations: Word documents, PDFs, InDesign files, and spreadsheets in six languages. Now you're...

Selecting the right language service provider (LSP) isn't just about finding the lowest bid. It's about securing a partnership that delivers consistent quality while minimizing risk. ISO certifications offer concrete assurance that your LSP meets international quality, security, and transparency...

Imagine spending months developing safety protocols, only to have them fail because team members cannot fully understand them. Or picture your organization struggling through an ISO audit because employees lack comprehension of critical procedures. These are not hypothetical scenarios—they are real...

Have you ever wondered what happens to your content after you paste it into Google Translate or ChatGPT? Although these AI translation tools promise instant results in over 100 languages, their convenience masks serious risks that could impact your business. As organizations increasingly rely on...

Are you wondering whether to use Traditional or Simplified Chinese for your translation project? China's rich linguistic landscape includes both writing systems, and choosing the right one is crucial for effective communication.

You may have heard the term "back translation" (also known as reverse translation) floating around in the language services world. But what exactly is it, and when should you use it?

The ISO 18587:2017 standard outlines the process, output quality expectations, and requirements for machine translation post-editing (MTPE)— a specific type of AI translation that involves human review. While the standard delves into significant detail, this blog will explore the topic at a higher...

AI translation with human review (commonly referred to as Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) in the ISO 18587:2017 standard) is a powerful workflow that can expedite turnaround times and manage reduced budgets without sacrificing quality. This integration of advanced technology reflects the...

In June 2022, Québec's National Assembly adopted Bill 96 to strengthen the use of the French language. This change in legislation greatly affected all those who live and work in the province, as well as companies outside of Québec who wish to do business there. The bill includes the following...

In 2017, Google came out with headphones that could translate most languages in real time (kind of). For fans of Douglas Adam’s Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy series, it was like the Babel Fish made flesh. (For the uninitiated, the Babel Fish is a fictional implantable device in the series. It...