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The CEO and President of Translation Excellence writes on language access policy, government procurement, AI and data security, and where the language industry is heading.
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Culture Getting Around Japan Part1| Do you need a car for transportation?
Many American families have at least one car they use daily for transportation. For such Americans, using public transportation is minimal or nonexistent. In contrast, Japanese… -
Translation Translation is an Underappreciated Profession
In today’s interconnected world, the importance of translation cannot be overstated. From international trade to diplomacy and digital content, translation plays a vital role in global… -
Translation The Importance of Technical Translation to the Engineering Industry
Even for a native speaker, technical language can be tough to understand. To an employee, associate, or client in or from another country, documents rich in… -
Translation Happy Fourth of July!
An Independence day, regardless of the country, is a day set aside for all countries to commemorate their respective days of national independence. -
Marketing What “Oil” and “Gas” Mean in the Petroleum Industry
When interacting with the petroleum industry, the terms “oil” and “gas” come up in conversation more than any other words. However, if asked, do you actually… -
Marketing Explaining that “Freelance” Doesn’t Mean “Free Services”
Freelancers, whether they are writers, translators, or programmers, do not work for free. The term “freelance” refers to someone offering their services independently rather than being… -
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Culture Considerations for Environmental Engineering Overseas
Although the modern study of environmental engineering is relatively new, the desire to preserve the environment while improving the quality of human life is as old… -
Insights Pros and Cons Of Switching Your Computer’s Keyboard Layout
Hello, and welcome to another tip-of-the-week! This week, we’re going to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of switching your computer’s keyboard layout particularly for those typing… -
Interpreting How to Prepare for a Deposition with a Japanese-Speaking Client
Many Japanese people are taught from an early age about the English language. They learn about English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Even the best language books,… -
Language The Dynamic Interplay Between Society and Language
The relationship between language and society is deep and inseparable. Every community develops its own way of speaking, shaped by its history, culture, identity, and social… -
Culture Building Across Borders and Expanding Overseas
Taking on an overseas project? Working with clients in a different country? While expanding overseas is an exciting undertaking, it can also present a number of… -
Insights Exploring Word Count Tools
Many translators generate their revenue by charging a rate per word. For both the company receiving translation services and the translator, having an accurate word count…
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