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A tale of poor taste: Why professional language translation is critical to the success of your company
Flamenco music, raging bull fights, flawless beaches, elaborate castles, Gothic cathedrals and world-famous paella. It’s everything you’d expect in Spain. But what about “scum”-flavored gelato? Let us explain. We recently heard about a tiny shop in Salamanca, Spain, nestled in … Continue reading
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Ensuring translation quality part 6: Planning for corrective action
Imagine this: a member on your translation management staff identities an “awkward” translation in your company’s content. It could be just a misread, but it could also be a major issue. After raising the suspicion to your translation vendor, they … Continue reading
