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Lets Talk10 Areas Where AI Presents Risks in Regulated Life Sciences
Despite the hype and enthusiasm with which organizations are implementing AI, it is still in its infancy and, as such, requires supervision and training. Particularly in regulated industries, we must be cautious and thoughtful when implementing AI. Here are ten instances in which you should not currently depend on AI.
Read MoreHow to Create a Culture of Environmental Responsibility
As global awareness increases about the environmental impact of business operations, consumer and corporate expectations are changing. Today, businesses, including language service providers (LSPs), are evaluated based on their services and environmental responsibility. With significant changes from all businesses, limiting rising temperatures' impact on the environment will be possible.
Read MoreKeeping a Human in the Loop: How AI Depends on Creative Input
As those in the language services sector know, delivering a message involves much more than syntax, diction, or personalization. Ultimately, it's a matter of tone, feeling, and understanding. However, given its capacity for increasingly novel facsimiles, that does not preclude or compartmentalize AI.
Read MoreLinguistic Validation (LV) in Life Sciences: Overview and Best Practices
Anyone working in multinational clinical trials involving languages other than English will likely have heard the term “linguistic validation” more than a handful of times. But what, exactly, does it entail? Why is it important that certain types of content are not “just translated”? In this first of two articles, we’ll explore LV, its steps,…
Read MoreHelpful Practices in Preparing Content for Translation
Localization, the practice of adapting content to meet a target market's linguistic, cultural, and technical requirements, has become a cornerstone of global brand strategy, allowing world-renowned brands to gain a competitive edge through the art of cross-cultural and multilingual communication. This evolution marks a paradigm shift where understanding and embracing the nuances of diverse cultures…
Read MoreLighting the Path for Leadership and Change in Global Contexts – VistaTalks Episode 141
VistaTalks welcomes Breda McCague for an insightful discussion on change, leadership, and empowerment in the world of transformation. With a vibrant background, including two decades of expertise in coaching and financial services, Breda shares her unique perspective on leadership, resilience, emotional intelligence, and the art of navigating change.
Read MoreLeading Industry Experts Gather at the UnLOCked Symposium
The greatest events happen when amazing people collaborate, and UnLOCked is a prime example. The Amsterdam-based event, which was hosted at The Pulitzer on March 21, 2024, was the inaugural collaborative event between Vistatec and Phrase.
Read MoreSimplifying Localization Workflows with Technology Innovation
At the core of any successful localization program is qualified, engaged, and well-managed linguistic talent. With 20 years of industry experience, Justin Murphy, Head of Supply Chain at Vistatec, provides expert insights on finding and managing translation teams, the importance of mutually beneficial long-term partnerships and building communities to drive global brand success.
Read MoreThe Ethics of AI in Regulated Life Sciences
In life sciences and other highly regulated industries, we must balance the desire for innovation and efficiency with our industry mandate to do no harm. We must be particularly thoughtful in implementing and using AI because mistakes in our industry can cause life-altering consequences. We cannot currently depend solely on AI vendors to determine what…
Read MoreShaping the Future of Digital Wellbeing and Safety – VistaTalks Episode 140
Tara O'Sullivan, the Chief Marketing Officer at Zevo Health, joins VistaTalks host Simon Hodgkins in this episode. Tara shares her extensive experience and innovative perspective on the conversation of digital content, trust, and safety in an evolving global legal landscape.
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