When selecting translation workflow management software, most are checking the features available. But such approach is not really productive. The competing translation project or business management solutions have 95% overlapping functionality, and if you ask sales representative if their software has the feature you need, most likely you’ll hear “yes”. But that “yes” many hide a lot…
Read moreAs part of our research, we are checking the websites of different translation companies and contacting LSPs to discover if they are using any translation business management (TBMS) systems. And it appears that a great part of companies either do not use any TBMS or does not even know what it is. Why is that? We will look into possible explanation.
Read moreThis article stems from several instances where companies embark on the implementation of a translation business management system only to find halfway through that it "doesn't work as anticipated." We'll delve into the reasons behind these mismatches and provide guidance on how to sidestep such pitfalls.
Read moreManaging multiple translation vendors efficiently can be a complex task, involving coordination, job assignments, quality control, timely delivery, invoicing and payments. To streamline this process, translation business management systems (TBMS) have emerged as a valuable tool.
Read moreIn the last article, we came to the conclusion that for company growth, people are more important than technology. Now let’s talk about how you retain employees.
Read moreWe are often asked the question "how are you better than your competitors?" or "what are your advantages?" To honestly answer it, we have gathered responses from clients who preferred us over other commercial solutions. Only a few years ago, leaders of various translation agencies told us at conferences: "Are you seriously planning to compete with them? You don't stand a chance!" And now we see that some of their clients are becoming ours. Why is this happening?
Read moreEvery developer of specialized software for managing translation businesses sometimes receives feedback like this: "You got it all wrong. If you knew how a translation agency works, you would have done it differently!" In this article, we will look at the reasons for such feedback.
Read moreIn the last article, we talked about how the head of a translation agency can implement strategic planning to free up their time and focus on building a company that can operate smoothly in their absence. Do you need specialized programs for this?
Read moreDo you know what the key difference is between a large and a small company? No, it’s not turnover or the number of employees. These are consequences, not reasons.
Read moreIn this article, we talk about the current challenges experienced by Ukrainian businesses, translation agencies in particular. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is now in its eighth month. During this time, the Russian army, once considered “the second greatest army in the world,” has suffered a series of humiliating defeats.
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