Idiom Launches the Power of WorldServer 5.0.Business/Technology Editors WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2001 Enhanced Globalization Management System A globalization management system (GMS) is a type of software for automating many parts of the human language translation process and maximizing translator efficiency. The ideal of a globalization management system is to automate all repeatable and non-essencial work that can be Provides the Most Advanced Translation Technology and Usability, Allowing Companies to Launch Multilingual mul·ti·lin·gual adj. 1. Of, including, or expressed in several languages: a multilingual dictionary. 2. Sites Faster and More Cost-Effectively Idiom Technologies, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise globalization globalization Process by which the experience of everyday life, marked by the diffusion of commodities and ideas, is becoming standardized around the world. Factors that have contributed to globalization include increasingly sophisticated communications and transportation solutions, today announced the availability of Idiom WorldServer(TM) 5.0, Web infrastructure software for globalization. WorldServer 5.0 features the most advanced translation technology in the industry, with standard-setting centralized cen·tral·ize v. cen·tral·ized, cen·tral·iz·ing, cen·tral·iz·es v.tr. 1. To draw into or toward a center; consolidate. 2. , shareable enterprise-level Translation Memory and Terminology Database, and a high performance translation workbench powered by Deja Vu See DjVu. . WorldServer 5.0 enhancements were designed to meet the specific needs of everyone working on globalization projects, including translators This is primarily a list of notable Western translators. Please feel free to add translators from other languages, cultures and areas of specialization. Large sublists have been split off to separate articles. , reviewers, Webmasters, and business, project, and IT managers. With WorldServer 5.0, companies working with multilingual customers, partners and employees can deploy and maintain the most consistent and highest quality multilingual content online and offline to reach new markets, increase revenues, build loyalty and maximize productivity. "Idiom continues to invent innovative new technology necessary for organizations to reach world markets faster, and dramatically reduce the costs of maintaining multilingual sites and offline content," said Fred Lizza, President & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Idiom Technologies, Inc. "This latest release of WorldServer combines the most advanced translation technology with enhancements in usability so companies can squeeze out the majority of translation and project management costs, and launch multilingual sites or offline documents faster and more efficiently." Advanced Translation Technology WorldServer is the first globalization management system to offer state-of-the-art translation technology. WorldServer 5.0 features the first ever centralized, shareable enterprise-level Translation Memory (TM) which integrates individual TMs into a centralized repository, so in-house translators, external translation vendors, and freelancers can share this corporate asset and leverage all previous translations. WorldServer's unique Terminology Database integrates all previously translated key terms from documents and spreadsheets into a centralized, shareable enterprise-level database and replaces ad hoc For this purpose. Meaning "to this" in Latin, it refers to dealing with special situations as they occur rather than functions that are repeated on a regular basis. See ad hoc query and ad hoc mode. means of maintaining terminology consistency. WorldServer 5.0 features a high performance translation workbench, powered by Deja Vu. Deja Vu is a popular translation tool that includes the world's leading translation memory technology. WorldServer 5.0 incorporates the underlying technologies that power Deja Vu delivering over ten years of enhancements in linguistic technology and the best practices of thousands of translators to Idiom customers. WorldServer 5.0 offers a browser-based translation workbench, as well as a powerful Windows translation workbench, enabling translators and reviewers to download and work on content at any time, anywhere in the world. WorldServer 5.0's advanced translation technology typically provides companies with over twenty five percent cost savings or more, faster localization Customizing software and documentation for a particular country. It includes the translation of menus and messages into the native spoken language as well as changes in the user interface to accommodate different alphabets and culture. See internationalization and l10n. of content, greater quality and consistency in translations and better control of the overall process. Enhanced Usability Idiom offers the first globalization management system interface that is 100% designed with the end user in mind. WorldServer 5.0 features a role-based user interface that enables translators, reviewers, and project managers to learn quickly and work efficiently. It includes powerful wizards for rule building, process automation, and globalization workflow that automate up to seventy percent of the globalization process. For the first time, companies can launch multilingual sites with no additional resources and get up and running with zero to minimal IT support. Seamless Integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. WorldServer is the only globalization management system that can seamlessly integrate with any corporate information repository An information repository is an easy to deploy secondary tier of data storage that can comprise multiple, networked data storage technologies running on diverse operating systems, where data that no longer needs to be in primary storage is protected, classified according to captured , content management system, or application server to enable scalability throughout an organization for any user, anywhere in the world. In addition, WorldServer's open J2EE (Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition) A platform from Sun for building distributed enterprise applications. J2EE services are performed in the middle tier between the user's machine and the enterprise's databases and legacy information systems. architecture allows integration with corporate infrastructures and enhances enterprise-level initiatives. With these powerful integration capabilities, companies can get up and running faster than using traditional content management systems and can change or upgrade underlying assets, such as content management systems, without any impact on WorldServer or globalization processes. "Globalization continues to mature with advancing technology and companies seeking to expand in multilingual markets. Idiom's latest version of WorldServer makes it easier for organizations to cost-effectively manage the globalization process," said Steve McClure Steve McClure (born 1970) is a top British rock climber with two ascents graded F9a and one possibly graded 9a+. In 2002 McClure became the first British person ever to onsight more than 100 routes graded F8a or harder within 12 months. , Research Vice President, Software Research Group, IDC. "Idiom's translation technology is now further enhanced by the power of Deja Vu. With overall advanced globalization functionalities, Idiom continues to support organizations working to broaden business opportunities in a global economy." Idiom offers globalization solutions customized for the size and needs of an organization. WorldServer 5.0 is scalable to support a wide range of companies with a new pricing model that is suitable for an investment in today's economy. Pricing starts with a basic model and increases as users and locales are added. In addition, Idiom offers availability with both in-house licensing and hosting options. About Idiom Technologies, Inc. Idiom is the leading provider of software, strategy, and services for enterprise globalization. Idiom WorldServer(TM) is Web infrastructure software for globalization that enables the coordinated and efficient development of multilingual, multicultural Web sites and cost-effectively automates and synchronizes their management. Idiom's customers include multinational companies such as Adobe(R), Eastman Chemical Company Eastman Chemical Company is a United States based chemical company, engaged in the manufacture and sale of chemicals, plastics and fibers. Eastman has 16 manufacturing sites in 10 countries, supplying its products throughout the world. , General Electric, MasterCard, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
Name Headquarters A'rosa Europe NCL America America AIDA Cruises Europe American Cruise Lines America , Travelocity(TM), and Xilinx, Inc.(TM) Idiom is funded by Banc of America Securities, Eastman Chemical Company, Greylock, JAFCO Ventures, North Bridge Venture Partners, Oracle, and Sigma Partners Sigma Partners is a major venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley and Boston. Sigma Partners invests in early-stage information technology companies (semiconductor, software and hardware). The firm was founded in 1984 by J. Burgess Jamieson and C. Bradford Jeffries. . For information on Idiom products and services, call (781) 464-6000, visit www.idiominc.com or email publicrelations@idiominc.com. Idiom, WorldServer, and Business Rule Linkage are trademarks of Idiom Technologies, Inc. Other products and/or service names mentioned herein are or may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. |
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