Yamagata Europe and TXTOmedia partner

Yamagata Europe, the European subsidiary of Yamagata Corporation, has announced a strategic partnership with Dutch start-up TXTOmedia. Yamagata Europe will make use of TXTOmedia’s software platform to convert structured content into video.

Become a technical writer

Thinking of pursuing a career in technical communication? Check out tekom's latest video and follow in the footsteps of the people who are leading successful careers in media, IT and language.

SDL Tridion Docs 14

SDL has released the latest version of SDL Tridion Docs, a component-based content management system that allows contributors within an organization to author, review and collaborate on any type of structured content. SDL Tridion Docs 14 helps companies to create, translate, manage and deliver structured content such as financial and legal documents, technical product documents and eLearning material involving numerous contributors.

ACTITO acquires SmartFocus

ACTITO S.A., a provider of marketing automation, has acquired SmartFocus. SmartFocus is a SaaS ("Software as a Service") digital marketing platform created in 1999. The company is headquartered in London and operates worldwide. The acquisition of SmartFocus supports ACTITO’s plans for geographic expansion and growth following the sale of its subsidiary MediQuality to the US company WebMD Health Corp.

Explorative leadership learning workshop

Leadership coaching provider DierkeHouben is now offering a 3-months program for next-generation C-level leaders. The program includes a 2-day intake session in Switzerland, a 5-day explorative leadership learning in Kenya, as well as 3 months of one-on-one coaching. Applications are now open and the early-bird discount applies until July 1st, 2019.

Plunet BusinessManager V 7.4

The business and translation management system Plunet BusinessManager is now available in version 7.4. A major change in Plunet 7.4 is the new workflow view, which offers users a simpler way of working with automated processes. Workflow templates can now be created and modified more easily than before.

Cryptocurrency at a glance

BitcoinPlay has developed the infographic "What the Crypto!?" illustrating the history and impact of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. The infographic provides an insight into the 25 most prominent cryptocurrencies, their story, and market impact. 

August 2016

Post-edited machine translation among fastest-growing segments of the language industry

People around the world prefer communicating in their native tongue. That fact will drive the language industry to US$40 billion in revenue for 2016. However, as content volumes and numbers of language increase, LSPs will not be able to meet what is coming without the aid of technology.

Since January 2016 Common Sense Advisory (CSA Research) has surveyed over 900 representatives of...read more...
July 2016

Language services and technology market to surpass US$40 billion in 2016

The global market for outsourced language services and technology will reach US$40.27 billion in 2016, according to a study by independent market research firm Common Sense Advisory (CSA Research). In its 12th annual global industry report, "The Language Services Market: 2016," the firm...read more...
June 2016

SDL survey reveals technology trends for the translation market

SDL has released its Translation Technology Insights research study, examining the role of technology in the translation industry.read more...
May 2016

CSA report helps LSPs to evaluate and select a TMS

Translation Management System (TMS) facilitate the rapid development, day-to-day management, and publishing of multilingual content by organizing and coordinating work process in the complex, distributed supply chains of the US$37 billion-dollar language services industry. Selecting the right translation management technology can mean the difference between growth and stagnation for language...read more...
May 2016

Market for wearable devices continues to grow strongly

Worldwide shipments of wearable devices are expected to reach 110 million by the end of 2016 with 38.2 percent growth over the previous year. read more...
May 2016

Almost half of all organizations will use the Internet of Things in 2016

The Internet of Things (IoT) will move toward mainstream adoption in 2016 for many industries, according to the findings of a recent survey by Gartner, Inc. The online survey was conducted in November 2015 among Gartner Research Circle Members and included responses from 465 IT and business professionals spanning 18 business sectors in North America, EMEA, Asia/Pacific and Latin America.read more...
April 2016

Almost half of all organizations will use the Internet of Things in 2016

The Internet of Things (IoT) will move toward mainstream adoption in 2016 for many industries, according to the findings of a recent survey by Gartner, Inc. The online survey was conducted in November 2015 among Gartner Research Circle Members and included responses from 465 IT and business professionals spanning 18 business sectors in North America, EMEA, Asia/Pacific and Latin America. read more...