Welcome to the Localization Launchpad🚀

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers.

Here you’ll find the basics, best practices, and benchmarks that product and marketing professionals need to get started and get better at localization. Let’s dive in.

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Translation Basics

How to drive global growth with business translation

Understanding the impact of translation

Translation is essential for company growth and international success - find out why it's crucial for success.

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Software localization services

How to translate: Technology

We evaluated six of the best translation software so you don’t have to. Check out the pros, cons, and features of leading platforms.

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Translation Companies

How to translate: People power

Here’s our take on 7 of the most popular language service providers for human support. Guess which one we recommend the most… 👀

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Best Practices

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Use a multilingual CMS

Pairing a multilingual CMS with a best-in-class TMS can speed up your translation process significantly. Learn how to evaluate which CMS is best fit.

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Five Translation Keys For Businesses Built On Speed

Optimize for speed

Localization doesn't have to be a slow process. We’ve got five key translation tips for businesses that are looking to launch quickly.🚀

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Four benchmarks to maximize your translation investment

Benchmarks for success

See how you stack up against other companies. We evaluated the results of Smartling customers to produce four benchmarks for success.🏆

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Use Cases

How to translate a website to boost global growth

Website

Most companies start with translating their website - and it’s a great place to begin. Here’s everything you need to know to make the project a success.

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Product Localization

Product

Calling all product managers!🗣️ This in-depth article shares how you can use localization to increase your user base and revenue over time. Get all the tips below.

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Content

Content, content, and more content. Learn how to keep up with production, updates, and more when expanding you brand into new markets.

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So far, in my 25 years or more career in the translation industry, this is the best tool I have found.

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Alfonso González Bartolessis

Localization Manager, Mailgun

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