I am a Translation and Localization industry thought leader. I use this blog post to express my opinion, share my knowledge and hopefully help others in their decision making process when they are considering translation services
What happens when you bring together two voices that have lived and breathed the evolution of the localization industry? You get Episode 113 of the Localization Fireside Chat – a conversation between Robin Ayoub and Don DePalma that is anything but ordinary.Don, the founder of CSA Research and a pillar in market analysis for the... Continue Reading →
What if the future of language interpretation isn’t about choosing between humans and AI, but syncing them? In an industry racing to automate everything, a fresh approach is gaining traction: augmenting, not replacing. In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I sat down with the executive teams from Language Service Associates (LSA) and Lingolet... Continue Reading →
Dr Sidney Shapiro, Assistant Professor at Dhillon School of Business, University of Lethbridge AB Introduction In this insightful episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I sat down with Dr. Sidney Shapiro, Assistant Professor of Data Analytics at the University of Lethbridge and long-time contributor to Canada’s tech education landscape. With deep experience bridging academia and... Continue Reading →
In the latest episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the privilege of speaking with Vincent Henderson, Vice President of Language AI Strategy at Lionbridge, one of the leading global companies in localization and AI-driven language solutions. Our conversation focused on how Lionbridge is leveraging AI to revolutionize localization processes, transforming efficiency, quality, and... Continue Reading →
In today's data-driven business environment, data accuracy is no longer optional; it is essential. Organizations depend on clean, structured data for decision-making, automation, and AI implementation. However, dirty data—characterized by duplicates, missing values, and inconsistencies—costs businesses millions in lost revenue, inefficiencies, and poor decision-making. In Episode 101 of the Localization Fireside Chat, I sat down... Continue Reading →
The AI Revolution in Translation: A Tipping Point? Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic vision for the translation industry; it is a present-day reality, shaping workflows, efficiency, and expectations. But where is it leading us? In Episode 99 of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jean-François Richard, CEO... Continue Reading →
Introduction The translation industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and AI-powered CAT tools are at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, I had the pleasure of speaking with Philippe Mercier, CEO of WordScope, about how AI and automation are helping translators boost productivity, maintain high-quality standards, and... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Episode #73 of the Localization Fireside Chat! In this insightful episode, we delve into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the localization industry. Moderated by Robin Ayoub, this discussion features two distinguished guests: Bruno Herrmann, an AI Deployment Strategic Expert, and Paula McGrath, the owner of International Achievers. Understanding AI's Role... Continue Reading →
In Episode 70 of the Localization Fireside Chat, titled "Life-Saving Conversation: The Importance of Medical Interpretation," we delved into the critical and life-saving service of medical interpretation. Hosted by Robin Ayoub, this episode featured a distinguished panel of professionals: Ludmila (Mila) Golovine, CEO of Masterword and founder of Safe AI; Erisa Hysi, co-founder of Linga... Continue Reading →
Diego Cresceri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego-cresceri/ Introduction The localization industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to technological advancements and evolving market demands. In a recent fireside chat, Robin Ayoub and Diego Cresceri discussed the current state of the industry and shared their insights on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. This blog post aims to summarize... Continue Reading →
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