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TRANSLATION AND LOCALIZATION

In order for a business to operate in countries with languages other than its own, it must translate and localize key documents, including its Web site, corporate policies, employee manual, corporate research, and product data. Translation and localization are vital for successfully competing in the global marketplace.

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