translation technology landscape report by Luciana Oliveira

translation technology landscape report

Translation Technology Landscape Report

Target Audience Any individual interested in the business of translation will gain from this report. The report will help beginners to understand the main uses for different types of translation technology, differentiate offerings and make informed decisions. For more experienced users and business decision-makers, the report shares insights on key trends, future prospects and areas of uncertainty. ,QYHVWRUV DQG SROLF\PDNHUV ZLOO EHQH¿W IURP DQDO\VHV RI XQGHUO\LQJ YDOXH propositions.

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CONTENTS 1. A Brief History of Translation Technology

2. Translation Technology Landscape in a Snapshot

3. Tools for the Professional Translation Industry

3.1 Types of Tools 3.1.1 Translation Tools 3.1.1.1 Client/Server Based CAT Tools 3.1.1.2 Web Based CAT Tools 3.1.1.3 Mobile Translation Tools 3.1.1.4 Stand Alone Utilities 3.1.2 Translation Management Systems 3.1.2.1 Document TMS Systems 3.1.2.2 Localization TMS 3.1.2.3 Translation Memory & Terminology Management 3.1.2.4 QA Tools & Processes 3.1.3 Translation Processes & Features 3.1.3.1 Translation Memory 3.1.3.2 Advanced Leveraging 3.1.3.3 Translation Process Management 3.1.3.4 Terminology Management 3.1.3.5 Controlled Authoring 3.1.3.6 Quality Assurance

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3.2 Translation Technology Trends 3.2.1 From Desktop to Server and now Cloud 3.2.2 From Licensing to Professional Services and SaaS 3.2.3 Integration with Content Management Systems

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3.3 Translation Technology Value Chain 3.3.1 Supply 3.3.1.1 Types of Providers 3.3.1.1.1 Translation Management Systems 3.3.1.1.2 Localization Management Systems 3.3.1.1.3 Translation Memory (Stand Alone) 3.3.1.1.4 Audio/Video Captioning Systems 3.3.1.1.5 Interpretation Systems 3.3.1.2 Business Models

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