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14/04/2020
Project Management
Everyone knows what translation is, but have you heard of localization? Localization responds to specific needs, so it is the most complete version of the translation. What is localization in translation and how can it be useful for your company? [TOC] 1. General definition Localization in translation consists of adapting the translated text to the geographical area of the target audience. This...
07/04/2020
Project Management
Nowadays, whatever type of specialist translation you need, you can choose between a freelance translator and a translation agency . The choice will largely depend on the project and your needs. For certain projects, a highly qualified, specialized, freelance translator may be the best solution. However, in other cases it is better to choose a translation agency. This is the case with the...
27/08/2019
Project Management
Germany is the largest market in the European Union. This is a highly competitive market, but one in which many Spanish companies have an opportunity to enter. In fact, as a percentage of GDP, Germany is the second largest destination for Spanish exports: 11.28% in 2018 . Germany is the largest economy in the European Union in terms of GDP and the fourth largest economy in the world , with 83...
21/08/2019
Project Management
As I have argued on other occasions in this blog , there is no greater specialist in your company than your own company. Therefore, in an ideal process where your translations of manuals, IFUs, brochures or catalogues are outsourced to translation service providers, the final step should be a review of the final text by specialists in your company. If you are a multinational company, the review...
13/08/2019
Project Management
If the quality of the translations done for your company is important to you, this blog post will offer some basic tips to help you achieve this goal. Whether your company's translations are done through an in-house translation department or outsourced to a translation company or freelance translator, there are measures that can be taken to help these professionals translate under the best...
29/07/2019
Project Management
As the economy continues to become digitalised, having a presence on social media is an increasingly important marketing strategy in today’s globalised world. If your company is a B2B with an international focus, that is, you offer your services or products to other companies worldwide, having a presence on LinkedIn is essential to make the most of the digital world. In this blog, I share my...
10/01/2019
Project Management
A multilingual project is always a challenge of coordination and of working in different time zones and with translators from different cultures. The ambitious goal of MyKronoz to become a world reference in the manufacture of smart watches has led this manufacturer to create a dream design that sells internationally. Translating the app from its original English into French, German, Italian,...
27/08/2018
Project Management
Why use an organisational method? Working as a freelancer means handling all tasks related to the activity: managing projects, contacting clients, finding new clients, accounting, etc. Not to mention your personal life! Being a naturally organised person is not always enough. Forgetting things, frequently feeling overwhelmed or constantly working under pressure are various symptoms of poor...
26/11/2015
Project Management
The first thing you should do is consider the pros and cons of using a translation company (or agency) or a freelance translator. Then think about your needs, resources and priorities . Although this blog is focused on translation, the same criteria could be applied to other services, such as design, publicity, computing or legal services. [TOC] Price: Freelance A priori, it is clear that a...
17/11/2015
Project Management
It's a beautiful day. On the way to the office, the first rays of sun stretch across the infinite blue horizon. The moon has still not gone down in his desire to bless me with his presence. I take a deep breath and feel that life is worth living. The day before I left my diary perfectly organised with all projects and deliveries under control. It looks like it will be good day in my wonderful...