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Our team has a lot to say on the subject of language, along with the people, processes and technologies that surround it. Our thoughts are collected here, with frequent additions to keep the conversation fresh. Check back often for new posts, and Contact Us with any questions or topic ideas. Posts are displayed by date with the most recent first. To narrow down by topic, please use the categories to the right.

New Survey Reveals Language and Culture Barriers for Hispanics
The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research recently surveyed nearly 500 Hispanic Adults in the U.S. on the important
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) - Not just for Hospitals!
POP QUIZ! Which of the following medical facilities must offer language services to Limited English Proficient patients? A. A family
Interpreting Protected Health Information
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ("HIPAA") and its supporting regulations protect what's called "Protected Health Information" or "PHI."
Translation Quality Assessment: Automated Quality Checks
In this Blog Series, we’re exploring the many aspects of assessing translation quality. So far, we’ve Discussed the importance of
Court Rules “Literal but Nonsensical” Google Translation Not Enough for Consent
Most of us have used Google Translate or a similar, free language translation web tool or app to look up
global translation accuracy
Global English. What Is It and Why Should You Use It?
In his recent Blog, "Translation Quality Assessment: Assessing Quality at the Source," Vocalink Global's Director of Localization Solutions, Mohamed Hassan,
globalization
A Global Voice for the Gig Economy
It used to be that “going global” with your business was a big deal. The belief that “only the ‘big
Language and Interpreting - Video Remote Interpretation
Language and Interpreting: Past, Present and Future
Sometime between 50,000 and 2 Million years ago, human beings began talking to each other. If our distant ancestors are
Checking Culture
When Understanding Culture Is Key
While reading the book, “Caring for Patients from Different Cultures” by Geri-Ann Galanti, I came across a pretty interesting case.
when pigs fly idioms
When Pigs Fly
When Pigs Fly Vocalink Global is headquartered in Ohio and many of our clients hail from Cincinnati. For those familiar
global marketing
Speed … the Ultimate Competitive Advantage (Part 2: Global Marketing)
In Part 1 of this Blog Series, Vocalink Global’s CEO, Amelia Rodriguez, discussed the never-ending battle between the need for
Speed … the Ultimate Competitive Advantage (Part 3: The Public Sector)
In Part 1 of this Blog Series, Vocalink Global’s CEO, Amelia Rodriguez, discussed the never-ending battle between the need for
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