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In today's digital landscape, efficient localization isn't just a luxury – it's a necessity for global success. Yet many organizations struggle with maintaining consistency, managing terminology, and ensuring quality across multiple languages. Enter AI-powered localization tools, which are fundamentally changing how we approach these challenges. In this enlightening episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan welcomes Dorota Pawlak, a seasoned AI Localization Consultant with over 15 years of experience in technical translation and multilingual computing. Through practical demonstrations and expert insights, she reveals how Crowdin's advanced features are revolutionizing localization workflows. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify Or watch demo session with Dorota on YouTube: <YouTubeEmbed id="R1uAL7HKNg" />

Most localization teams are still juggling Excel exports, tracking content across various repositories, only to be told they’re holding up the release. But what if localization could be seamless? What if it integrated cleanly into your CI/CD pipeline, aligned with design and dev teams, and delivered quality without friction? In a new episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe sits down with Daniel Finck, Localization Manager, Consultant, and Solutions Architect at Loquatics Consulting, to explore how engineering-led localization setups can scale without turning localization into the next IT roadblock. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

When two Flemish tech minds reunite across the airwaves, you know it's going to be a great conversation. In a special all-Belgian episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe welcomes Jourik Ciesielski, the CTO of Yamagata Europe and Founder of C-Jay International, for a deep dive into the state and future of localization. Jourik isn't just a tech lead; he's a vocal advocate for reshaping the localization industry with smarter tools, stronger engineering, and a much-needed mindset shift. Together, they tackle the big questions: What should quality really mean in a GenAI-driven world? How do we move beyond static rule-based QA? Why is it no longer enough to just translate words when you can shape entire personalized experiences? Let’s unpack what’s coming next and why it matters. Listen to this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

Despite the advancements in AI, a SurveyMonkey study found that 31% of marketers have concerns about the accuracy or quality of AI tools. This isn't just about minor typos; it points to deeper issues like inconsistent tone, factual errors, and a critical lack of contextual understanding – all of which derail global content efforts and inflate localization costs. What if you could slash your AI-generated content costs in half without sacrificing quality or consistency? This isn't just a hypothetical. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe sits down with Steven Wiseman, Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Owner at WritePoint, to unpack a framework that promises exactly that. Dubbed the Content Excellence Framework, this method helps teams dramatically improve the quality of AI-generated translations and reduce localization costs across the board. From structured blueprints to smart verification loops, Steven's approach isn't about chasing AI hype; it's about operationalizing AI content creation with clarity, control, and real business value. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

Localization can be a powerful catalyst for global business success (when done right). However, integrating it smoothly into product development remains a significant challenge for many companies. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, Julio Madrid, a Localization Specialist at Walmart, shared insights about embedding localization early in product development, fostering cross-team collaboration, and harnessing technology to streamline processes.

When startups dream of global expansion, they often envision the exciting possibilities of new markets and revenue streams. What they don't see is the complex web of technical challenges lurking beneath the surface of internationalization. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe sat down with Alex Bit and Mo Mohebifar, Co-founders of Codemod, to break down the challenges of i18n, the role of AI, and how automation can turn a daunting process into a manageable one. This isn't your typical high-level, buzzword-filled conversation. Alex and Mo are engineers at heart, deeply technical, battle-tested, and obsessed with building practical tools that solve real developer pain. They come armed with years of experience at companies like Meta, Brex, and Shopify, and they've built Codemod from the ground up to make large-scale code migrations faster, smarter, and less soul-crushing.

Localization is an ever-evolving field, and staying ahead requires innovation, adaptability, and an acute understanding of both technology and linguistics. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe sat down with Felix Bartz and Olli Gurtschmann, Co-founders of Wordcrafts, to discuss how their company is redefining localization, particularly for the Apple ecosystem.

Localization is often an afterthought in product design, but it shouldn't be. When done right, it can transform a product from a simple translation of words to a fully immersive and culturally relevant experience for users across the globe. In a relevant episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe sat down with Willian Magalhães, a Senior Content Designer and UX Writer, to dive into the intersection of UX writing and localization. Willian reveals the biggest challenges in designing multilingual experiences, how localization impacts user engagement, retention, and business growth, and why breaking down silos between teams is crucial.

Localization has never been more essential or complex than it is today. Businesses aiming for global reach rely on seamless translations, localized interfaces, and culturally appropriate content to connect with diverse markets. However, despite all the advancements in localization tools, a critical gap remains: they often fail to meet the needs of buyers. Localization at scale isn't for the faint of heart. With 24 languages, 2.7 million words annually, and over 400 developers producing content daily, Pipedrive has mastered the art of agile localization. At the helm of this monumental task is David Edwards, Group Design Manager of Internationalisation. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, David shared insights into how Pipedrive manages its vast and complex localization operations. From the importance of automation to working seamlessly with developers, here's a behind-the-scenes look at Pipedrive's localization machine. Listen to the new episode on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

How do you manage multilingual content across ten languages, process over 6 million words annually, and still keep stress levels low? That's a question Edwin Trebels of the Philadelphia Church of God seems to have mastered. In a recent episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, Edwin joined host Stefan Huyghe to share how his team leverages automation, collaboration, and cutting-edge tools like knowledge graphs to streamline workflows and maintain a culture of transparency. Listen to this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube

Localization has never been more essential or complex than it is today. Businesses aiming for global reach rely on seamless translations, localized interfaces, and culturally appropriate content to connect with diverse markets. However, despite all the advancements in localization tools, a critical gap remains: they often fail to meet the needs of buyers. In this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe is joined by Localization Consultant Boryana Nenova. They discuss the importance of shifting localization tools from translator-centric to buyer-centric, or at the very least, to be appropriate for both. Boryana dives into top features buyers demand in localization tools, why developers and linguists are clashing over localization tools, AI’s localization impact, and what localization tools are missing. Listen to this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast on: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube