Localization of large database within short timeframe

Client: PizzaHut 

U.S. based company franchising for pizza restaurants all around the world. 

PizzaHut’s requirements

Dubai office contacted us in search of Turkish localization of large database (600K) within 30 working days.

Our solution

It was a challenge to properly complete premium-quality human translation of 600K words in XML format within 30 days. Our senior project manager contracted the dynamic translators (8) and editors (1) who could focus on this project under pressure. To increase productivity, a server-TM and muliterm were added to the project via SDL Groupshare. 

Considering the risk of XML conversion problems, a configuration file was generated by an engineer that could work with SDL Studio Trados without a problem. To maintain efficient group communication, a discussion forum was put into application. Even though the turnaround time was too tight, the proofreader in charge closely monitored the performance of translators on a real-time basis, sharing the feedback to whole team members via the discussion forum.

In this fast-flowing project, thanks to a teamwork spirit and effective project management, we perfectly delivered 600K within 31 days with one day delay.

Result

PizzaHut was very satisfied with our problem-solving skills and enthusiasm for completing the project within promised timeframe and payment was received immediately. Next, Kentucky Fried Chicken database was added to the project.