Tag: localization
When the Bridge People Disappear
Scientists recently documented the breakdown of a chimpanzee community into warring factions following the decline of internal interaction. The discovery is a dark reminder that when agents of connection — like translators and interpreters — disappear, humans are all too capable of the same social disintegration.
The Output Mindset
Not all language tasks are created equal. Depending on the intended outcome, each project requires a different rationale to achieve the best result at the right cost.
Stronger Together: How Freelancers Work, Grow, and Thrive in Partnership
There’s strength in numbers, and that applies to freelancers, too. Despite its individualistic and independent nature, freelancing can still benefit from a collaborative partnership to find work, share skills, boost revenue, and foster community.
When Language Becomes Data: How to Measure Localization Impact
Localization is too often assumed to offer little useful data for market strategy. But is that really the case? With the right approach, the insights derived from localization data can be transformative.
The State of Game Localization in 2026
As the games industry continues to grasp for stability after the post-COVID downturn, localization specialists find themselves adjusting with the market dynamics. What does it take to be resilient in this new terrain?
XLIFF Editor 4.0 Brings AI-Powered Translation and Complete XLIFF 2.x Support to macOS
SweetP Productions has announced the release of XLIFF Editor 4.0, a major update to its professional XLIFF editing tool for macOS. The update introduces...
The Build-or-Buy Decision Facing Localization Teams
Building a global AI for your business seems like a straightforward decision. But the associated responsibilities and liabilities can be more than meets the eye. Are you considering the full picture?
When AI Slows You Down
AI is supposed to be a productivity accelerator, enabling linguists to do more work more quickly. But what happens when AI-driven workflows cost more time and frustration than human-driven translation?
To Translate or Not to Translate? When to Leave a Word in the Source Language
The author discusses the localization challenge of whether to translate technical English terms into the target audience language or leave them as is. Stakeholders are divided, but the decision must center on the target audience's English proficiency and their perception of English use.