Companies Apr 29, 2021 Translating subtitles: What tools to choose, and why Smartcat Translating subtitles can be frustrating because it requires constantly switching focus. Let’s compare some of the most popular subtitle translation tools.
CAT tool Apr 14, 2021 Introducing in-context preview for Microsoft Word documents: See source text in its original layout In-context preview gives translators a visual guide so they can see the source text in its original layout. Read how it works.
LSP Feb 11, 2021 How to start a translation agency Starting out as localization agency is easier than ever before — but it still requires careful planning. In this article, we cover some best practices and details to consider as you get started.
Companies Jan 28, 2021 #LocFromHome III: What’s in, and why join Learn how #LocFromHome can help you become a better localization professional and forge new connections with people from across the world.
Events Jan 18, 2021 18 key translation and localization events for language professionals in 2021 Here are the top translation and localization events to attend in 2021. Make connections and learn new skills to take your career or business to the next level.
LSP Dec 10, 2020 5 biggest pitfalls of localization managers, and how you can overcome them Localization managers often fall into the same traps, from too much manual work to faulty planning and communication. In this article, we explore how you can avoid them with a proper approach & tools.
LSP Dec 2, 2020 5 ways LSP businesses can increase productivity in 2021 “How can my business be more productive?” If you want your LSP to grow, you’ll have to ensure your productivity levels are in check. Let’s find out how.
Localization Nov 17, 2020 What is machine translation? Machine translation is gaining traction in the localization industry as companies seek to reduce costs and scale output. But what is it exactly and how does it work?
Smartcat Aug 6, 2020 CSA Research recognizes Smartcat’s boosted TMS capabilities CSA Research has recently published an article highlighting how Smartcat has spent the last few months working hard to enhance its all-in-one translation management tool.
Technology Jul 7, 2020 Smartcat without the CAT: Just Smart? Smartcat is much more than just a CAT tool. In this article, we explain how to use it as a translation management system for other CAT tools — or with no tools at all.
LSP May 29, 2020 Keep calm and make better lemonade: Five takeaways from Michael Klinger’s LocFromHome presentation We continue the series of our LocFromHome follow-up articles with this summary of the sobering but inspiring speech by Michael Klinger of Language Transactions, which closed the event.
LSP May 13, 2020 Small is the new big: Making crisis and opportunity meet Following the #LocFromHome conference, we asked the speakers to share their reflections to complement the highlights we wrote about the other day. Here’s what Katja Virtanen of Delingua makes of the current situation.
Smartcat May 6, 2020 Smartcat sets out to conquer APAC with Into23’s Richard Delanty Language industry veteran Richard Delanty, who has been running the translation company Into23 for the last three years, has joined Smartcat as an official Technology Partner to spearhead the company’s growth in the Asia-Pacific region.
LSP May 2, 2020 10 questions to ask yourself when preparing a quotation for translation services One of the most common and drudging challenges a project manager faces in their daily work is getting a quotation — or many quotations — assessed, produced and delivered to their clients and prospects. Especially
Case Studies Apr 11, 2020 Technology, storytelling, and networking: Lichi Translations case study As a translation professional, you’re probably aware of the fact that the language services space is extremely crowded, which makes it difficult for many to set themselves apart from the competition. For
Localization Apr 8, 2020 Should you use XLIFF for software localization? In this article, we take a look at the pros and cons of one of the most popular formats for storing and handling localized strings to help you decide if it’s a
Apr 2, 2020 Smartcat’s special anti-crisis offer for freelancers Smartcat has always provided its core technology stack for free to freelancers. This will not change — Smartcat's tech stack will remain free for you, always, as well as our marketplace being an excellent
Case Studies Mar 27, 2020 Going against the flow: How Translating Stars thrives on Smartcat in an adverse economy In today’s connected society, translators and linguists play an essential role in helping individuals and businesses connect with one another. Thanks to the Internet, experts across the globe can offer translation services,
Case Studies Mar 26, 2020 Building a translation agency that makes a difference: The story behind Navitas Group The translation industry is a unique space because there’s no single path that leads to success, and while there are plenty of ways for translators to learn essential skills in the classroom,
Smartcat Mar 12, 2020 Forbes names Smartcat among America’s Best Startup Employers for 2020 Smartcat, the all-in-one platform enabling Connected Translation, has been named among the best startup employers in the USA for 2020. The prestigious award, prepared annually by the Forbes business magazine and the Statista
Smartcat Feb 26, 2020 4 new ways to handle localization in Smartcat + backups Setting up effective localization workflows can be a challenge. That’s why we’re working hard to give you the expertise and technologies you need to crush localization projects with less effort and
Localization Jan 27, 2020 What is software localization? Top 5 questions (and answers) to get it right When you’re just starting to develop a software product, you might not give a second thought to providing it in multiple languages. But the bigger you grow, the more critical it becomes.
Case Studies Jan 23, 2020 Making translation accessible to everyone: EthnoLink’s Costa Vasili on shifting away from manual translation processes For decades, language services customers could have quick turnover, low costs, or quality deliverables, but not all three. Given that digital technology is making it possible for communities across the globe to connect
Localization Dec 21, 2019 Free online tool to count your words and characters In a world dominated by social media threads, in-app messages, meta descriptions, and targeted content marketing, it’s important to keep track of the exact quantity of words and characters — especially for copywriters,
Technology Sep 17, 2019 How to translate your website content to reach the global marketplace In this article we look at what localization is and how you can leverage localization and translation technologies for the most common CMS systems powering websites and their content globally.
