The following is a growing series of informative reference materials that detail the business and technical aspects of software internationalization, i18n, and localization designed with one goal in mind: to help you sort through the complex software localization issues that can stand in the way of your global objectives. Lingoport continues to add to this library of internationalization i18n white paper content so please check back often for updates.

• Path to Agile Localization: Typical localization and Agile practices have not coexisted well in the past. Resisting change is not beneficial; learn how a state of Agile localization can be achieved.
• Lingoport Resource Manager: Bridge the gap between development and localization with automated file management for rapid development cycles.
• Measuring Internationalization with a Dashboard: What gets measured gets done. Period. Getting software products to market late can have a huge impact on a company’s bottom line and can put the company’s reputation on the line.
• Internationalization Projects, Not That Simple: How to address the unique challenges of an internationalization project.
• Keyboards and Internationalization: Free white paper clarifies keyboard use and interaction with international markets.
• Internationalization and Localization – Partners in Successful Globalization: How i18n and L10n work together to accelerate time to global markets.
• Globalization ROI: Planning and return on investment calculation to get your internationalization and localization projects approved.
• Survey: Localization Readiness – In the Eye of the Beholder: This October 2007 report examines the “perception gap” between technology companies and their localization service providers when it comes to internationalization issues. It discusses threats to ongoing l10n efforts through time-to-market risks.
• Internationalization Services: Should you ‘Go it Alone’ When Going Global? This white paper outlines the realities of internationalization project work, and how outside support services can make it all come together – on time, and in budget.
• Enhancing Internationalization Productivity: Alternatives for making the most of your internal i18n investment.