We are happy to bring to you the third issue of IndoVox.
The month of August was filled with positive news in the language industry in India. The new education policy has the potential of focusing on Indian languages. It will take a few years to show the impact of knowledge generation in Indian languages, but the increased use of online content is already opening huge opportunities for people. The political will in terms of sizeable budgets for language technology is yet another indication of ‘Acche din’ (a better future) for language industry.
This opportunity, however, calls for quality control of translations and formal training to translators. Only a limited pool of good translators is available, creating peculiar situations for LSPs. It also calls for quality certification, standardisation and technology adaptation for language providers looking for growth.
As the global language industry is taking note of the ‘India potential’, it also assesses the challenges of the Indian industry. As we hear the exciting news of mergers and collaborations, and the news of double digit growths of listed LSPs in Europe and USA, Indian LSPs need to wake up to technology adaptation, a collaborative mindset and growth orientation.
In this issue, the guest of the month, Florian Faes, Managing Director, Slator, shares his observations and frank opinions while answering 4 questions from IndoVox. Alifya Thingna, Founding Member and COO, Vernac Language Technologies tells us the story of Localisation into Indian languages. The President’s message takes stock of the current situation and shows a path of growing together.
This month will end with the ‘World Translation Day’. Let me take this opportunity to wish you all in advance the fulfilment of your growth plan!
Enjoy reading this September issue of IndoVox!
