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Translation

Should I Be Worried That My LSP Utilizes CAT Tools?

The truth that so many translators would prefer not to admit is that CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools are effective for some forms of translation. They are, of course, no replacement for a skilled translator who is familiar with the ins and outs of Arabic regional spoken language or the specifics of dialect between Mandarin and Cantonese. But you shouldn’t discount your LSP entirely if there is some utilization of CAT tools. Computer skills are not only a vital resource for translators to have, but they’re widely used by translation agencies

December 9, 2013 No Comments

Interpretation

Stylistic Translation & Accuracy

We at ITC Global know that, when it comes to picking a language service provider that will be a great match for you and your project, you need to consider many variables. So why should you choose ITC simply because we tell you to? The answer is that quality, especially in the world of translation, matters. It matters, and ITC knows this. ITC Global has experienced translators that have expertise in two primary areas: accuracy and style. This is important. Stylistic Necessity Although your project may already be on paper,

December 2, 2013 No Comments

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Why Is A Project Manager Necessary?

“But why is a project manager necessary for my text’s translation?” Have you asked your Language Service Provider this? You may be wondering. And that’s good. Wondering is a great thing for your project. It means you’re invested. The good news is that, if you have a project manager on your side, you won’t be the only invested one. What Is A Project Manager? Here’s what we at ITC Global can tell you about it: Our translation project managers fulfill the role of client’s first point-of-contact. And this relationship runs

November 22, 2013 No Comments

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Translators vs Interpreters – What’s The Difference?

When it comes to the field of linguistics, there’s a common discrepancy that many are unaware of. One of which is the difference between an interpreter and a translator. But it’s important for you to know the difference because when you’re looking to move your business or brand into the international markets, your switch from the source culture to the target culture will depend on the skill and quality of a translator. Are you sure you’re not mistaking one for the other? What’s The Difference? The truth is that the

November 22, 2013 No Comments

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Translation’s Misconceptions

Here are 3 common misconceptions in the realm of translation. 1. CAT tools will replace translators Though CAT (computer-aided translation) tools are incredibly advanced these days, they’re no substitute for translator that has experience in the target and source languages of your project, as well as your specialization. Are you a pharmaceutical company? If so, that’s going to mean you’ll need a translator that has taken the time, effort, and energy required to familiarize themselves with pharmaceutical practices, policies, procedures, and terminology. The more keyed to your field the translator

November 22, 2013 No Comments

Innovation

Machine Translations – More Harm Than Good?

Whether you’re translating technical content, medical documents, or a marketing ad campaign, there are just some substitutions you should definitely avoid. In terms of online machine translation, you typically want to avoid the simple route—and by “simple,” we certainly mean the convenient access to things like Google translate. For a quick translation—or even a simple reference point—the online tool may suffice. However, there is no real substitute for a real, true and tested language service provider. Trust your project to the experienced hands of a human translator like the ones

November 19, 2013 No Comments

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Thanksgiving around the world

Thanksgiving is a national holiday known and celebrated primarily here in the US as well as in Canada. In Canada, the festival is aptly named “Jour de l’Action de grâce,” the French translation meaning “day of giving thanks.” The Canadian celebration takes place on the 2nd Monday in October, whereas the American holiday takes place on the 4th Thursday of November. Though the holiday finds its roots in cultural and religious tradition, secular celebrations and variations of the feasting festival have cropped up all over the world. It’s proof that

November 14, 2013 No Comments

Audio and Video

The Voices We Know So Well

Patrick Poivey: you may not recognize the name, but you have surely heard his voice, whether in “Sixth Sense” or in “Pulp Fiction.” Patrick Poivey is a French actor, but he is also Bruce Willis’ official dubbing voice. The actor, who can be heard as the dubbed voice of Orson Hodge in Desperate Housewives and in a host of TV ads, entered the profession quite by accident. At the time, it was often seen as degrading to be a dubbing voice in films or in advertising, but Patrick Poivey didn’t

November 7, 2013 No Comments