Translation and Language Industry Observations
Translation and Language Industry Observations
by David Grunwald The AI revolution is shaking up the translation industry. New machine translation engines and AI tools are improving at lightning speed, and everyone — from freelancers to large LSPs — is feeling the impact. Many translators are worried about their livelihoods, while smaller agencies are facing clients who expect instant, low-cost AI …
Law firms in the United States frequently face the challenge of reviewing and presenting evidence that originates in China. Contracts, technical records, and court exhibits written in Chinese must often be translated into English for discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation. These translations must not only be accurate but also compliant with strict confidentiality and …
In the heart of the American Midwest and across parts of California, thousands of patients speak Hmong as their first language. For many, navigating medical and dental systems in English can be overwhelming. Language is not only a means of communication — it is the foundation of trust, informed consent, and equitable care. Yet many …
At GTS Translation Services, we recently had the privilege of completing a large-scale translation project for Public Health Solutions (PHS), supporting the New York State Department of Health’s WIC program. The assignment involved translating six WIC food package leaflets into 18 different languages, ensuring that vital nutrition information is accessible to every family across New …
At GTS Translation Services, we take pride in protecting both our clients and our network of professional translators. Unfortunately, we’ve seen an uptick in fraudulent schemes that prey on translators and agencies alike. One of the most common is the fake check scam, which can cost unsuspecting linguists thousands of dollars. Here is an example. …
How Translation Services Are Helping the Food Crisis in Gaza The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has created an urgent need for food, medical supplies, and international aid. While donations and relief shipments are critical, one less visible but equally important factor in this effort is language access. Translation services are playing a vital role in …
by David Grunwald We received this email today which I would like to share with you: X-doc.ai currently serves one of the toughest jobs in translation: high-precision FDA regulatory submissions for pharmaceutical giants like our clients Bristol Myers Squibb, Johnson & Johnson, and Bayer. Now our AI platform has started to empower translation teams, similar to Global Translation …
In a world where accurate text recognition is vital for everything from financial reporting to compliance audits to technical specification, OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software has long been a staple in business and productivity workflows. But today, there’s a new leader — and it’s not what you think. Why ChatGPT Is the Last OCR Tool …
We’re proud to share that GTS Translation Services has been ranked the #1 translation company in Miami Beach for 2025, according to BusinessRate.co. The ranking is based on recent customer feedback and online reviews. BusinessRate uses a proprietary algorithm that analyzes the 100 most recent Google reviews of businesses in a given category and location. …
by David Grunwald I recently spent a week traveling through Spain, visiting both Barcelona and Madrid. While I didn’t find myself falling in love with the country in the way many travelers do, I came away with something more valuable: a deep appreciation for the sheer scale, infrastructure, and business potential of this European powerhouse. …
The Future of AI in Multilingual Doctor–Patient Communication How AI voice technology is transforming global healthcare conversations Why Multilingual AI Matters in Healthcare In a globalized world, effective communication between doctors and patients who speak different languages is critical. Language barriers can delay diagnosis, reduce care quality, and even result in life-threatening errors. That’s why …
At GTS, we only provide our customers with human translation services. No AI is used in our process, which is certified as compliant with the ISO 17100:2015 standard. Owing to this, we expect our translators to turn in professional human translation and not AI. The temptation for professional translators to use AI is very high. …
Translating Word and PDF documents used to be a tedious, error-prone process — especially when it came to preserving formatting, tables, and layout. But thanks to recent advances in AI, that’s changing rapidly. Today, powerful online apps let you upload a Word or PDF file, select your language pair, and receive a fully translated version …