“We have had a lot of success working with GlobalVision… They are very receptive to our feedback during the project, and delivered a translation localization that was careful and deliberate.”
“GlobalVision has been a great fit for our translation localization needs. We deliver a technically complex, high-value product, and we need translation quality that reflects that value.”
“GlobalVision understands the ramifications of incorrect technical data to a company that does a lot of engineering. Fortunately, they seem to get it right every time.”
“I’d like to thank you and your team for a job well done. Speaking on behalf of the team you’ve made this a pleasant, efficient and painless experience.”
“… GlobalVision has been our sole translation partner for all major releases and service packs since then. They are very cost-competitive, with strong project management skills…”
“We are very impressed with GlobalVision’s professional approach to localization. Our product-update localization efforts and costs have gone down by as much as 30%.”
“Working with GlobalVision is a breeze, I wish all our suppliers had the same work ethic! I never have to worry about prompt delivery and they provide us with excellent and thoroughly checked translation services.”
“I am quite positively impressed. You met a very demanding schedule with a minimum of fuss required on my part. That is a big bonus for me. I haven’t had to nurse this project along…”
“GlobalVision’s attentiveness to our needs and wants has made them an easy choice for our company’s translations. We can send them a document and it comes back ready to use, no extra work on our end.”
“…we solely use GlobalVision for all our translation needs, software, marketing materials and product specs. The delivery was always on time (many times ahead of time)”
“Highly recommended! … They have always been a pleasure to work with, and have provided our company with high-quality finished products.”
“While GlobalVision has provided excellent translation work for us, they also have very strong project management that allows them to meet their commitments on cost and delivery.”
“We have been extremely pleased that we have found the right company to go to as we expand into other international markets.”
“GlobalVision have the experience, expertise and takes pride in what they do and it shows in their professionalism in managing the project and delivering quality results on time… Highly, Highly recommended!”
“Translation is often a very difficult and challenging endeavor. GlobalVision always takes on the task with a high degree of initiative, thoroughness and professionalism.”
“The work completed by GlobalVision was done on time, in budget, and conducted in a very professional manner. We would highly recommend GlobalVision as a supplier to any company needing translation services…”
“… Now that we have used GlobalVision to translate work into 13 differed languages our Customers tell us that they could not have done a better translation.”
“GlobalVision was a key part of launching our company’s international strategy. Their superior team helped us translate key web pages into eight foreign languages quickly and professionally.”
“We do appreciate how easy they have made this entire effort. Also, they were exceptionally pleasant to work with. Thank you.”
“After ten years of partnership with GlobalVision, SolidWorks can clearly attest to the success of the working relationship… The quality of the language translations has been high…”
“I always recommend GlobalVision to both clients and colleagues because I know their translations are accurate… they have not let me or my clients down!”
“GlobalVision is a top-notch company who not only delivers quality translations that meet or often beat deadlines, but also gives peace of mind that you are always receiving the best value in the industry.”
“The service and professionalism of the staff was A+ … the staff maintained continued contact until the job was 100% complete.”
“GlobalVision always showed professionalism along with a detailed status of how the job was progressing. Their pricing was very competitive and projects were done on time.”
“I have worked with several translation agencies before discovering GlobalVision, and I can attest that GlobalVision’s quality of customer service is unparalleled.”
“Product section looks really good, I’m impressed by the good translations!”
Enabling Globalization
10 Localization Resolutions
GlobalVision International, Inc.
As we put the year behind us, it is important that we learn from the lessons acquired throughout the past before we forge ahead into the next. Here are ten New Year’s localization resolutions that you can make – and keep – to ease your localization efforts throughout the year.
Perform an honest evaluation of how your localization efforts went in the previous year. Go through your projects, one at a time, and provide feedback to your localization staff and technical translation services vendor. Remember that localization is a two-way street: Unless your localization team gets feedback from your end users on its efforts, improvement will not be seen as necessary.
Identify how much you spent on localization in the previous year. Be sure to include internal and external expenditures. This will give you a starting point in identifying the budgets you need for the next year. Keep in mind that although previous translations will be reused, as your localization requirements and markets grow, you may need to grow your budgets with them.
Identify the countries you localized for and break down how much translation/localization money was spent for each. Then try to estimate the revenues that you can attribute to the translations done for each of these countries. This could be difficult to pinpoint, given that revenue generation depends on many factors. Just use your judgment and experience to arrive at meaningful numbers. It will be worth the effort: These numbers will be critical as you explain the current localization budget allocation to your international sales force, saving you endless friction and resistance.
Classify your geographical regions according to three tiers, with Tier 1 being the most important. For instance, Tier 1 might be English, German, Chinese and Japanese; Tier 2, French, Italian and Spanish; and Tier 3, Polish, Czech, and Russian. Knowing what regions fall into which tiers will help you set priorities, budgets, schedules, and resources. And finally, be sure to get upper management to approve these priorities.
Evaluate your localization strategies for each tier. You may find that for Tier 1 regions, simultaneous ship is a requirement, while Tier 3 markets can lag others by up to three months. Given your needs, you can identify the best localization strategies (such as integrated, coupled or over-the-wall) for each market. (Refer to Your Localization Strategy Should Evolve with Your Needs, for more information.) Decoupling language localization strategies can save you money and allow for easier management of your time and resources.
Evaluate your localization process for each strategy. You may need to adapt your current processes to meet the specific needs of the different approaches. For example, an ftp hand-off of localization kits, terminology, and translation databases will be acceptable for the over-the-wall approach, while an integrated approach may require an Translation Management Solution to handle these tasks.
Review your project plans for the new year and make sure your localization budgets fund them appropriately. If you target new regions requiring new languages or if you have new products to localize, there will be a big ramp-up costs associated with the new languages and products.
Augment resources as needed to cover all requirements. Make sure that your internal resources and partners can handle any new languages or requirements that you may decide to add. Being plugged into your company’s strategic international planning is essential.
Expand your reach by evaluating new solutions or vendors if needed. Do not wait until the last minute – when you are in the heat of a new release – to start looking. This will save you from having to accept a less-than-optimal solution.
Check your communication channels and contact your localization team and technical translation services vendor. Bring them into the picture with your goals and plans as early as possible. The more informed and integrated your vendors are, the better prepared they will be to meet your needs.
Managing and releasing localized products doesn’t have to be a stressful endeavor. Armed with these resolutions, you will be well prepared to face the year and the tasks ahead without compromising your health or your holiday schedule. From all of us at GlobalVision International, we want to wish you the best of luck throughout the new year!