Category: Subtitles and Voiceover

The Language of Shōgun

April 2, 2024

According to Justin Marks, co-creator of the 2024 FX miniseries, Shōgun is “…a story about what gets lost in translation when two cultures collide.” As an avid fan of the original James Clavell novel, I was excited when pre-release reviews praised the series’ historical authenticity. Clavell’s book was based on…

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The Rose of Language in Workplace Safety

The Role of Language in Workplace Safety

January 23, 2024

Manufacturing translation is all about safety. No matter the industry, when a non-English speaking worker can’t understand the safety training materials or is unable to communicate effectively with coworkers, your organization can suffer from low productivity, or worse, a high number of on-the-job injuries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) says…

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Yes, But Can A.I. Localize?

April 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence has become one of the hottest topics being discussed in business circles recently. More people and companies are using A.I. as a translation tool. While A.I. can be useful as a starting point for basic translations, it falls short when it comes to localization. In this article, we will…

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