LQA – meaning language quality assurance – is an integral part of the process of localisation. Or at least it should be. It gives us an additional guarantee that the translated text is of the highest quality, done according to all provided guidelines, and that no mistakes have crept into it. But what does this process entail and how to implement it properly?...
Since its public launch in November 2022, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has caused quite a stir and provoked a number of debates among intellectuals, businesspeople, and general public. A ripple of anxiety could be felt in several industries. Witnessing new developments brought forth by the emergence and availability of a new AI-based technology, localisation and machine...
Among the speakers and panellists who – on 30 May 2023 – took part in a low-key LBPC meetup related to localisation in e-commerce and the fashion industry was Małgorzata Marciniak, project manager and team leader at the locatheart translation agency. In her presentation, she focused primarily on discussing effective ways of optimising content,...
We’re at a dawn of a new era – the era of artificial intelligence. The end of 2022 saw the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT which now boasts about 25 million daily users. While some of them are simply playing with the technology, asking it funny questions and waiting for even funnier answers, others –...
Although the very concept of artificial intelligence is still raising a lot of doubts, one thing’s for sure – we’re past the theorising stage and we’re on the verge of a real industrial revolution. ChatGPT, a chat bot created by the American research lab OpenAI, has caused a huge stir all around the world,...
The commotion surrounding ChatGPT and artificial intelligence hasn’t died down yet – and probably won’t for a very long time. Supporters of the new technology perceive it as a chance to further human development, whereas opponents point to potential dangers and urge authorities to implement stricter regulations. While those of a somewhat more clear-headed...
How do you like your water? Offered a glass, Ted Lasso, the titular character of a comedy-drama TV series, says, “I like my water like Kyle Irving likes his Earth. Flat.” It’s a reference to American basketball player Kyle Irving who has stated that he believes Earth is indeed flat. In Poland, he’s not...
As the global economy continues to evolve, many furniture manufacturers are looking to expand their business by exploring foreign markets. It’s an excellent opportunity for companies to grow their customer base and increase revenue – though one that also presents unique challenges. In this article, we will explore 5 key aspects that furniture manufacturers should...
On 1 March 2023, a special “ChatGPT in Localization” online conference was held by Custom.MT. It was the first event of this kind, entirely devoted to the role of an innovative technology utilised by the translation and localisation business. The conference was kicked off by Marco Trombetti, CEO of Translated, who gave a speech about...
A significant number of people may have had contact with a professional translator or a translation agency – we sometimes need to translate important documents or simply want to know the content of an old family letter written in a foreign language. The role of a translator is commonly understood. But what exactly...
