SimulTrans created a brief educational video that discusses some of the more common words you may hear used in the localisation arena, such as localisation, globalisation, and internationalisation, and the differences between them. (The video is titled the "Zation Zone", based on the typical spelling of these terms in the United States, where the presentation was created).

Some of the areas covered include the following:

• Definitions
• Abbreviation Conventions
• Explanations of when certain "-sations" are implemented

You can find this video at http://www.simultrans.net/video/ZationZone/

SimulTrans compiled its knowledge on this topic into a 10-minute educational video. This video discusses some of the key factors that should be considered when creating a schedule in addition to strategies to avoid the common mistakes people make when developing project timelines.

Some of the areas covered include the following:

• How long localization takes
• Scheduling factors that should be considered
• Balancing time and quality
• Typical translator and review output Translation team structures
• Example localization schedules Helpful timeframe estimate equations
• Ways to help you accelerate your localization project

You can find this video on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHQwoTFMOsQ

This video provides an overview of the factors that play a role in project cost and offers suggestions to ensure you receive comprehensive price and schedule details.

Some of the areas covered include the following:

• Pricing Factors
• Rough Estimates vs. Detailed Proposals
• Information and Files to Provide
• Estimating Metrics
• Translation Memory
• Useful Additional Information to Provide
• Tips to Ensure Consistent Proposals from Prospective Vendors

You can find this video at: http://www.simultrans.net/video/ProposalTips/