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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.

Case Studies Apr 22, 2021

Becoming a better-rounded company: How pivoting to translation helped one interpreting agency make it through the pandemic

When the pandemic hit, Selin Cacao had to make a hard decision. As the CEO of Focus Interpreting, a language agency with 80% of business coming from on-site interpreting, Selin had to change his business model to suit the situation.

Case Studies Apr 8, 2021

The Law of the Jungle: How one small translation agency tackles government contracts

In this case study, we take a look at how Jungle Communications, a small California-based translation agency focusing on the government sector, managed to cut their pricing by 50% and still make a profit — while enjoying a quick and effortless process of finding new vendors at the same time.

Events Feb 26, 2021

Stronger by sharing: Key quotes from the 3rd #LocFromHome

We picked the best quotes from among the 100,000+ words said at the latest #LocFromHome conference and share them with you to make you stronger!

Technology Feb 11, 2021

Top translation software tools in 2021 — some even free!

Whether you’re a translator, a translation agency, or a business in need of translation, you’re likely to be using some form of translation software to improve your translation workflow. If you’

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.

LSP Jan 26, 2021

Project management that saves time and keeps clients happy (or how to be a frog)

How efficient is your translation project management? Are you spending valuable time on tasks that could be eliminated or made easier? Read on to find out.

Case Studies Jan 22, 2021

Mugen Creations: Video game localization done right

Localization company Mugen Creations needed a tech solution to keep up with demand without sacrificing quality. Find out how they pulled off this tricky balancing act.

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 17, 2020

TMS, client portal, business intelligence: Top Smartcat highlights in 2020

In 2020, we did our best to make our offering more all-inclusive for all the companies and teams in the localization industry. Here are the main highlights.

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.

Freelancers Nov 20, 2020

7 ways translators are like writers and 7 ways they are not

Translators and writers both specialize in a few subjects and do a lot of research. But translators usually have tighter deadlines and don't get bylines. Compare and contrast.

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?

LSP Oct 29, 2020

LSP fundamentals: Grow your audience with content marketing

Content marketing is the best way to grow your audience and attract new customers. Find out what content you can create and how to distribute it effectively.

Events Oct 20, 2020

Ask Me Anything: Renato Beninatto answers your questions about the language industry

Renato Beninatto, CEO of Nimdzi Insights, answered our community's questions about the past, present, and future of the language industry in our first AMA.

LSP Oct 14, 2020

LSP fundamentals: How to stand out with your Unique Value Proposition

Does your LSP have a Unique Value Proposition? Find that distinctive quality that makes your translation business stand out from the competition.

LSP Oct 8, 2020

LSP fundamentals: How to create your Ideal Customer Profile and use it to attract more customers

Whether you’re a seasoned LSP or just starting out, you need to have an Ideal Customer Profile. Learn how to create one and use it to attract more customers.

LocFromHome Sep 28, 2020

LocFromHome II — Conference attendees share their takeaways of the sessions

Find out the main takeaways from attendees of the 18 sessions of LocFromHome II — Smartcat’s biggest online language industry conference yet.

LocFromHome Sep 1, 2020

Localization as a living organism: Seven aspects of life we’ll talk about at the second LocFromHome conference

Let’s get down to business and see how each presentation and panel brings home the idea of localization as a living organism.

LSP Jul 2, 2020

Translation management systems: What are they — and do you really need one?

Translation management systems are the black horse of the translation industry. What are TMSs for? And do you really need one? Let’s find out.

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 28, 2020

Coming to Smartcat from Memsource: 5 things you might enjoy

This article highlights the main differences between Smartcat and Memsource to help you choose the best TMS out there.

LSP May 15, 2020

Five reasons NOT to manage translation projects in an “Excel TMS”

40% of small translation companies and up to 15% of midsize ones manage their translation projects in a spreadsheet. Let’s see why it isn’t a great idea.

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