When deciding on a professional translation services agency, the size and complexity of your project should be key considerations.

Assess the scope of your translation needs, whether it involves large-scale projects, multilingual requirements, additional services like DTP and localization, or value-added services such as copywriting. By understanding the unique demands of your project, you can make an informed choice and select a translation agency that offers the right expertise, resources,...

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Finding the right translation service for your projects doesn't need to be a nerve-racking torturous process, as long as you follow a few simple rules. In fact, once you read and apply these commonsense rules, not only will you survive with all your hair in place, but you will demonstrate to the powers that be you can be trusted with important tasks.

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Translation is an important task, especially when tied to a larger process such as a global...

Let’s face it—finding a reliable Japanese translation service can feel overwhelming.

With so many choices, it’s hard to know where to start or what to prioritize. But don’t worry, you’re not alone, and we’re here to help.

In this guide, we’ll break down what you need to know to find a professional translation company that fits your needs. Let’s make the process simpler, so you can focus on what matters most—your project’s success.

The Challenge of Choosing the Right Tra...

What’s the deal with Jar?

First, though, about that “Screw Up Again” part -- Translators screwing up seems to be as old as, well, the business of translation itself, the consequences profound. See Could a Translation Snafu Spawn a Fourth World War?

The “Jar”

At the crux of the matter is the word “pithos,” meaning “jar”, in the Pandora myth. In translation, “pithos” was rendered as “pyxis”, a Latin word for box or casket by Erasmus of Rotterdam. Erasmus was not the o...