integrated language solutions

Today's global market means that a software application can rarely succeed in only one language. However, the localization process can appear daunting, due to the vast and varied amount of data involved in such an application, plus the technical knowledge required to decipher it.

The ILS team has localized many applications into many languages. We understand the various components of software localization – the scripts and technical documentation, right up to the user-interface, graphics, images, icons, strings and help files – and we coordinate all the components under the auspices of an experienced project manager.

The culture of the target market must also be taken into account. A literal translation of some software is inadequate in many cases, for example an American application being localized for the Indian market. Cultural norms and sensitivities need to be carefully considered to avoid offence and, as a result, a lack of success for your application. Our localization teams are fully aware of the culture for which they are localizing, just one less thing for you to worry about.

Having your software adapted by the dual processes localization and internationalisation is almost essential – the question is who do you trust to do it? ILS offers exactly what our name suggests - Integrated Language Solutions.

Computer and video games make up a multi-billion dollar industry that reaches all across the world, and it is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, the Asian market is the fastest-growing sector in the world. No serious computer or video game can afford to ignore this market, but choosing the wrong company to localize your game can have serious consequences.

We assemble a team of translators, adapters and voice talent to cover every aspect of the game. We maintain the essential original elements of the game to ensure brand consistency but we also ensure that the target market can understand and enjoy the game, which is, after all, one of the top priorities.

For the modern business, a website is as essential as any piece of equipment it owns. A company is only as attractive to customers as its website. Customers who visit your website expect not only a site that has been designed professionally and attractively but they expect the content to be well-written, concise and culturally appropriate.

Website localization is more than simply translation, however. Resource and content files, as well as the other 'behind-the-scenes' data needs to be made appropriate and accurate for its new language or location.

Your website localization project is assigned to a project manager, who builds the best and most appropriate team around them to handle your unique requirements. Every step of the process is double-checked to ensure accuracy and communication with your side is as detailed or as unobtrusive as you wish.

One of the strengths of ILS is our testing capabilities. We realise that the testing and quality assurance of any software project or application is vital for its success and applicability.

Conducting these processes in multiple languages is also essential if the software is to be utilized in a country or region that uses these different languages. We create test scripts, check for and track bugs and provide detailed reports that help make the software as ready as possible for its new market.

From the initial consultation to the finished product, we apply the highest ILS standards to your project. The project manager and their team will work efficiently and effectively to test, check, double-check and report on your application.