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Volume 71, October 2008 |
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It’s been eight years since the 2000 U.S. presidential election when the terms "hanging," "pregnant," and "dimpled" chad became part of our vocabulary. In this issue of Global Communicator, our industry focus turns to the technology industry. Since the elections are quickly approaching, we’re zeroing in on e-voting, and, of course, how language ties into the process.
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Technology
For those of us in the United States, it’s that time again – time to cast our vote for elected officials and speak up about how we feel our tax dollars should be spent. Our presidential election is mainstream news globally, as well, as the world waits to see its impact on the financial crisis.
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Armenian
Few of us negotiate global deals from the comfort of home. Part of conducting business across borders involves extended travel and, thus, exposure to varied business customs, languages, and cultural norms. Doing business in another country can be tricky. What works at home may not work abroad.
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In the end, clinical development comes down to biostatistics and words—words in the protocol, the study report, the regulatory filings, and the drug label. In a global world, getting those words right can be no small matter.
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Interested in finding out the top languages spoken in the state(s) your company conducts business? To request a copy of our proprietary report, “Foreign Speaker Demographics in the U.S. - Top 10 Languages in Every State,” please contact us.
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Japanese
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