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What is software localization<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span> and why might it be right for you?<\/p>\n

In previous articles, we already discussed what we mean when we refer to the term localization. Refreshing your memory a bit, we could say that localization consists of the <\/span>process of adapting a product<\/span> (in this specific case software), for a different target market than the original one.<\/p>\n

So it\u2019s user friendly: localization means approaching a local reality that is different from the one in which you started. It may sound simple in theory, but when you considering the entire underlying process, that\u2019s not exactly the case. Indeed, localization involves a whole series of elements and consequent steps which must be entrusted to the hands (and minds) of professionals. Indeed, only in doing so is it possible to achieve the desired result: to make all users, wherever they are in the world, perceive the product or service as tailor-made for them. This identification will inevitably result in success and credibility for the company<\/span>, all on an international and\/or global scale.<\/p>\n

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Software localization as a mosaic of details<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If we were to imagine software localization<\/b><\/span> as a kind of mosaic, meaning complex to put together but with a jaw-dropping final effect, translation would most likely stand out as the brilliant centrepiece. In fact, it\u2019s important to remember that translation does not coincide with localization<\/a><\/span><\/span>, but rather represents a part of this extended and articulated activity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"softwareIn any case, it would be a rather risky and reckless move to consider entering a foreign market without considering the target culture: and what, if not language, stands as a banner of identity, a key to opening doors to lands and peoples?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, when deciding to go down the road of software localization<\/b><\/span>, it is essential to recognise the crucial part played by translation. Yet the other “peripheral” pieces also call for attention, which are simultaneously minor and equally important. As accustomed and distracted consumers, we can afford to take these factors for granted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, those behind the scenes at this stage are not granted the same “luxury”. Indeed, the same software cannot be used wherever you are in the world merely by pure chance, and more importantly, this must occur as a smooth, harmonious, and seamless experience<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>This can only occur thanks to the skills of experts responsible for adapting the software to precisely those “minor” pieces we mentioned.<\/p>\n

Which perhaps are not actually minor, since we are talking about elements such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n