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Language service providers (LSPs) traditionally focus on translation, localization, and, in some cases, interpreting. They manage client projects and ensure the accuracy and consistency of the final product. But as technology advances and digital content explodes, LSPs are expanding beyond these standard services. Today, LSPs aren’t just translators, localizers, and project managers. They are technologists,…

As we move through the beginning of 2025, we enter a time of new resolutions and goal-setting. Vistatec is no different, with an ongoing focus on helping our teams and employees stay focused and happy as we work together to accomplish our mission of helping clients unlock global goals. This is an ongoing effort that…

Working in the localization industry can feel like the ground is constantly shifting under your feet. AI-driven innovations are advancing faster than ever while geopolitical shifts and new sustainability, accessibility, and data privacy regulations add more complexity. At the same time, stakeholders are demanding more personalized and inclusive content faster.In times like these, it’s worth…

In the latest episode of VistaTalks, host Simon Hodgkins is in discussion with Alex Zekakis, Chief Customer Officer (CCO) at XTM International, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of localization. From AI's transformative role to the power of leadership principles like empathy, Alex shared valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities businesses face as they…

Best Practices for Global GMP and CMC:A Multilingual Approach Quality is always top of mind when it comes to manufacturing drug products for the global life sciences industry. This holds true both on the production floor and in the realm of documentation. In order to ensure that drug products meet uniformly high standards of quality,…

The Tekom 2024 conference in Stuttgart was an unmissable date in the diary for technical communication professionals. This three-day event brought together industry experts, innovative thinkers, and global brands to offer insights into everything from AI to localization and content strategy. Representing Vistatec at the conference, Emma Hilton and Aoife Murphy attended sessions, strengthened partnerships,…

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast Ep 11 - 2024 In Review with Karen Tkaczyk and María Mateos https://youtu.be/E_aG95SJ85c Karen Tkaczyk and María Mateos, the hosts of the Life Sciences – In Focus Podcast, take a moment to reflect on the past year. In a special year-end episode, the two seasoned professionals for Vistatec's…

As we wrap up another incredible year at VistaTalks, Hosts Simon Hodgkins and María Roa took a moment to reflect on the year’s standout moments in a special holiday episode. With 25 episodes featuring 25 extraordinary guests, this year was packed with fascinating discussions, insightful interviews, and groundbreaking ideas across industries like global business, localization,…

If you're expanding your business internationally, you may have discovered that content in the English language will only allow you to communicate with about 20% of the world's inhabitants. In other words, avoiding translation altogether will substantially narrow your potential customer base. 81% of consumers prefer companies that offer a personalized experience in which the…

The Fundamentals of Software Localizationin Life Sciences Behind every global medical device or biotech breakthrough is a powerful software localization solution. When companies in life sciences expand globally, localized software solutions are essential for ensuring patient safety, meeting regulatory requirements, and improving user experience. However, effective software localization for global markets involves much more than…