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Published On - November 30, 2021

K International Language BlogTags: language services, language translations, localisation, Transcreation

7 Elements to Consider for Your Language Translation Project

Language translation is becoming a much-in-demand service due to factors including globalisation, legal and regulatory requirements, Brexit, technology developments etc. We’ve identified seven key areas to focus on when planning your project. What is The Purpose of the Project? The purpose ...

Published On - April 21, 2021

Alicja Brady Website LocalisationTags: localisation, Website, website translation

Website Localisation: The Ultimate Guide

Connecting with a global audience means your website must be both appealing and understandable to that audience. Invariably this means that the content you publish online must cater to multiple regional audiences to be successful. This process is called Website Localisation and we explain it here. ...

Published On - March 11, 2020

Agnieszka Animucka Guides & Tips, Inside Track, Website LocalisationTags: international, localisation, Marketing, website translation

How to Translate your Website

So you want to translate your website? With the widespread introduction of easy to use CMS’s like WordPress using the power of thousands of WordPress Plugins, it’s never been simpler to create a website. As a by-product of this, it’s never been more competitive. That’s competition for visito...

Published On - March 27, 2019

Richard Brooks Language BlogTags: localisation, Marketing

Shopify’s Localisation Strategies

Shopify, a Canadian e-commerce company that helps small businesses and startups sell products online, was founded in 2004. The startup made waves almost instantly and grew 10x in three years. Now that it’s 2019, how have they kept up the momentum? Two words: international expansion. Let’...

Project Managers and Freelancers – Working Together to Make Your Project a Success

Published On - October 12, 2018

Agnieszka Animucka K International, Language BlogTags: localisation, Translation

Project Managers and Translators Working Together

“If you want something done right, do it yourself.” You’ve no doubt heard that saying before, but when it comes to language services, it’s a recipe for disaster. Savvy businesses know the value of outsourcing complex tasks that are outside their core competencies. In most cas...

Website Localization How 3 Multinational Businesses Customize Their Websites for Global Appeal

Published On - June 27, 2017

Surinder Singh Language Blog, Website LocalisationTags: localisation, Website

Website Localization: 3 Multinational Websites Customised for Global Appeal

Ready to localize your website? There’s more to it than just translating words from one language to another. To appeal to audiences around the world, your site must appeal to their preferences . . . and while we like to think good design is universal, there’s usually a cultural component...

Published On - April 13, 2016

Gemma Brackenbury Language Blog, Website LocalisationTags: Arabic, localisation

4 Localisation Strategy Secrets

Mawdoo3.com has gone from “just an idea” to the top Arabic-language website in the world in only six year’s time. But what are the secrets of the site’s success? Are there lessons that can help your own organisation design a killer localisation strategy? In 2010, two medical ...

Translate Your Website 50 Resources to Connect With A Global Audience

Published On - February 24, 2016

Alicja Brady Language Blog, Website LocalisationTags: localisation, Translation, Website

Translate Your Website: 50 Resources to Connect With A Global Audience

Want to translate your website? There’s more to it than meets the eye. Translating the text word-for-word might seem simple. But it’s often more challenging than it looks…and it’s often not enough. To truly connect with your customers, your site must take into account their c...

5 Translation Industry Predictions for 2016

Published On - February 5, 2016

Richard Brooks Language BlogTags: localisation

5 Translation Industry Predictions for 2016

To quote Bob Dylan, times are changing…and the translation industry is changing, too. Every year, the world grows smaller, better connected and more technologically advanced. What will 2016 bring for the translation industry? We’ve dusted off our crystal balls to give you a sneak peak in...

Published On - March 31, 2015

Richard Brooks Business Guide, Culture, Inside TrackTags: Business Guide, localisation

Guide for Small Businesses Expanding Internationally

Expanding internationally is often seen as the Holy Grail for successful businesses. After all, from Amazon to Ikea, virtually all of the biggest companies in the world operate on a global level. Potential benefits include increased revenue, sustainable long-term growth and a wider range of customer...