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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...
12/11/2015
AbroadLink News
Last October we renewed our ISO-9001 quality certification for translation and typesetting services with the certifying company TÜV-Rheiland . This renewal demonstrates our strong commitment to a professional and high quality translation service . During the renewal process, the certifying agency checks that we have followed the processes established in our quality manual for the standard. The...
10/11/2015
Business Management
Feng Shui is a millenary art with the purpose of connecting and harmonising with our surroundings. Whether or not you are sceptical, and whether or not you believe that everyday objects and buildings have their own energy, we have all felt the pleasure or displeasure that the layout, decoration or location of an office can cause. Below, you will find some guidelines to improve your work...
28/10/2015
Project Management
Project management is a dynamic and entertaining job involving numerous, very different functions. All with a final objective in mind: to successfully conclude a project with the minimum number of incidents and unexpected problems and ensuring that the client is satisfied... without going crazy in the process and, of course, making a profit! [TOC] In the case of a translation company , the...
20/10/2015
Business Management
In recent years coaching has emerged as a result-orientated methodology which has sparked interest in many sectors. Many companies and high level executives already use this type of support service in order to improve their efficiency at work as our translation company [TOC] Why is coaching of interest in the business field? "Let's be original and successful". Many professionals could say this...
15/10/2015
AbroadLink News
Last July we joined forces with Kilgray , the company who developed the computer aided translation software memoQ. We are now part of Kilgray's Growing Together programme. [TOC] MemoQ is increasing its market share compared to programs such as SDL Trados Studio, Transit or Déjà Vu The collaboration contract was signed thanks to our company's growth strategy. Kilgray was founded in 2007, but it...
15/10/2015
Business Management
When starting out in the corporate world, changing jobs or after a promotion many professionals are faced with the dilemma of what to wear to the office. It is likely that many have posed this question when their own personal style is far removed from the classic style used at work. There are companies in which it is obligatory to wear a specific attire, and others in which it is not. What is...
09/07/2015
AbroadLink News
[TOC] MemoQ Server, Kilgray's online collaboration platform True to the company's philosophy of remaining at the cutting edge of linguistic technology, AbroadLink's management decided to purchase the Kilgray technology, MemoQ Server . Thanks to this technology, The translation agency will be able to adapt to the needs of large accounts, where it is often necessary to translate a high volume of...
03/07/2015
Business Abroad
The year 2013 represented an historical high for Spanish exports, according to data by the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness. Between January and December, sales abroad increased by 5.2 % annually, totaling 234,239.8 million Euros. This result represents an increase of 1.4 points compared to the previous year. In real terms this increase has been higher, specifically 5.4 %, due to a...