Insights

  • What Is Localization?

    • Jan 20, 2022
    • Article
    • General

    What’s the difference between translation and localization? In this article, we explain what these terms mean and share how localized content can engage diverse audiences.

  • Simplified vs. Traditional Chinese—What’s the Difference?

    • Jan 8, 2022
    • Article
    • Language

    Because Chinese is such an intricate and complex language, translation can be confusing. In this article, we examine the various forms of the language, so you can plan an informed translation strategy.

  • How to Choose the Best Language Variant for Your Cultural Institution

    • Dec 2, 2021
    • Article
    • Arts & Culture

    Selecting the right languages for translation is challenging, but things get especially perplexing when a language has multiple variants. To help, we examine a few common languages and the way they are typically handled by U.S.-based museums and cultural institutions.

  • Accessibility and Translation

    • Nov 19, 2021
    • Article
    • Arts & Culture

    Accessibility programs and translation services are often viewed as separate resources. However, there are intersections. There may be times when assets can be remodeled or developed with multiple audiences in mind.

  • Eriksen Translations Celebrates 35 Years: Q&A With Founder & CEO Vigdis Eriksen

    • Oct 21, 2021
    • Article
    • General

    What started as a small team working out of a Brooklyn artist’s loft has grown into a thriving company with linguists around the world supporting more than 100 languages.