{"id":144,"date":"2026-08-17T20:00:54","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bkmos.com\/en\/?p=144"},"modified":"2026-08-17T20:00:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:00:54","slug":"b2b-sales-collateral-localization-new-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bkmos.com\/en\/blog\/b2b-sales-collateral-localization-new-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Localizing B2B Sales Collateral for a New Market"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n B2B CONTENT LOCALIZATION
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\n B2B sales collateral is designed to help prospects understand
\n a company, compare solutions, justify a purchase and move through
\n a sales process. When that collateral enters a new market,
\n translation alone may not be enough.\n <\/p>\n


\n Product terminology, proof points, case studies, examples,
\n calls to action, measurements, currencies and visual references
\n may all need review so the material remains persuasive and useful
\n for local buyers without changing the core business message.\n <\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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\n The objective is not to make every market version completely different.
\n It is to preserve the value proposition and brand while adapting the
\n elements that affect clarity, credibility and buyer relevance.\n <\/p>\n

\n This guide explains what B2B teams should review when localizing sales
\n collateral for a new country, language or regional market.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n QUICK OVERVIEW<\/span><\/p>\n

What Matters Most in B2B Sales Collateral Localization?<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n 01<\/span><\/p>\n

Buyer Relevance<\/h3>\n

\n The localized material should reflect the questions, priorities
\n and information needs of buyers in the target market.\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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Message Consistency<\/h3>\n

\n The core value proposition, product claims and brand positioning
\n should remain aligned across markets.\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

\n 03<\/span><\/p>\n

Local Proof<\/h3>\n

\n Case studies, examples, data and references should be reviewed
\n for relevance and credibility in the new market.\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

\n 04<\/span><\/p>\n

Format & Sales Use<\/h3>\n

\n Localized files should remain easy for sales teams to present,
\n send, update and reuse throughout the buyer journey.\n <\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n SALES COLLATERAL TYPES<\/span><\/p>\n

What B2B Materials Commonly Need Localization?<\/h2>\n

\n Sales collateral appears throughout the commercial process,
\n from early awareness to technical evaluation and final approval.\n <\/p>\n

\n Different assets serve different purposes, so they should not
\n all be localized with exactly the same level of creative freedom.\n <\/p>\n

\n A product specification requires tight factual control,
\n while a sales presentation may allow more adaptation of examples,
\n wording and market context.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Company Profiles<\/h3>\n

Corporate overview, capabilities, credentials and market positioning.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Product & Solution Sheets<\/h3>\n

Features, benefits, specifications, use cases and commercial value.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Sales Presentations<\/h3>\n

Pitch decks, solution presentations and meeting support materials.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Case Studies<\/h3>\n

Customer problems, implementation, outcomes and evidence of results.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n ADDITIONAL B2B ASSETS<\/span><\/p>\n

Localization Can Extend Across the Entire Sales Toolkit<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Brochures<\/strong><\/p>\n

Corporate, product and solution brochures used in meetings or events.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n White Papers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Educational and thought-leadership content supporting complex sales.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Proposals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Commercial proposals, solution summaries and customer-specific materials.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Email Templates<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outbound, follow-up and nurture messages used by local sales teams.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Landing Pages<\/strong><\/p>\n

Campaign and lead-generation pages connected to the sales process.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Webinars & Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n

Scripts, slides, subtitles and supporting materials for sales enablement.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n BUYER JOURNEY<\/span><\/p>\n

Localize for the Stage of the Sale, Not Just the Language<\/h2>\n

\n An early-stage prospect may need a simple explanation of the company
\n and problem being solved. A later-stage buyer may need technical details,
\n proof of results, implementation information and commercial justification.\n <\/p>\n

\n The localization strategy should therefore reflect where each asset
\n is used in the sales journey.\n <\/p>\n

\n This helps prevent overloading introductory materials with detail
\n while ensuring evaluation-stage content gives decision makers
\n enough evidence to move forward.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Awareness<\/h3>\n

Clear company positioning and problem relevance.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Consideration<\/h3>\n

Product benefits, use cases and competitive differentiation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Evaluation<\/h3>\n

Case studies, specifications, security, implementation and ROI evidence.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Decision<\/h3>\n

Proposal, commercial terms, final proof points and stakeholder support.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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CORE MESSAGE VS LOCAL ADAPTATION<\/span><\/p>\n

\n Keep the Value Proposition Stable \u2014 Adapt the Market Context
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\n Localization should not create a different product promise
\n in every country. Core positioning, approved claims and product
\n capabilities should remain controlled.\n <\/p>\n

\n What can change is the way that value is explained:
\n examples, proof points, terminology, calls to action,
\n units, references and supporting context may need adjustment.\n <\/p>\n

\n This balance helps global teams preserve brand consistency
\n while giving local sales teams material that feels useful in-market.\n <\/p>\n


\n LOCALIZATION SERVICES
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\n Value proposition \u2192 Keep aligned globally<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Product claims \u2192 Use approved source information<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Examples \u2192 Adapt where local relevance improves clarity<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Proof points \u2192 Prefer locally credible evidence where available<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n CTA \u2192 Match the local sales process<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n TERMINOLOGY<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep Product and Sales Language Consistent Across Assets<\/h2>\n

\n B2B collateral often repeats the same product names, feature names,
\n technical terms, value propositions and customer-facing phrases
\n across many documents.\n <\/p>\n

\n A localization glossary can reduce inconsistency between brochures,
\n presentations, case studies, landing pages and proposals.\n <\/p>\n

\n The glossary should distinguish between terms that require translation,
\n terms with approved local equivalents and names that must remain unchanged.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Product Names<\/h3>\n

Use official naming consistently across sales materials.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Feature Terminology<\/h3>\n

Keep recurring feature and capability names stable.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Industry Terms<\/h3>\n

Use terminology recognized by buyers in the target market.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Brand Language<\/h3>\n

Preserve approved phrases and voice guidelines across assets.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n CASE STUDIES & PROOF<\/span><\/p>\n

Global Success Stories May Need Local Context<\/h2>\n

\n Case studies help reduce buyer uncertainty because they show
\n how another organization used the product or service.\n <\/p>\n

\n A case study from another market can still be valuable,
\n but the localized version should make company names, industries,
\n measurements and business outcomes easy to understand.\n <\/p>\n

\n Where local customer examples are available, they can be especially
\n useful because the buyer may recognize the market, industry or operating context.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Customer Context<\/h3>\n

Explain the organization and industry clearly for local readers.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Results<\/h3>\n

Preserve figures, percentages and evidence accurately.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Measurements<\/h3>\n

Confirm whether units or formats should be adapted for the market.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Customer Quotes<\/h3>\n

Keep attribution, meaning and level of certainty faithful to the source.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n LOCAL FORMATS<\/span><\/p>\n

Review Numbers, Units, Dates and Currencies<\/h2>\n

\n B2B materials can contain pricing examples, ROI figures,
\n measurements, percentages, dates and other numerical information.\n <\/p>\n

\n Some values should remain exactly as issued, while others may need
\n format adaptation to help local readers interpret them correctly.\n <\/p>\n

\n Currency conversion, legal interpretation or market-specific pricing
\n should not be invented by the translation team unless the client
\n provides approved values and instructions.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Dates \u2192 Match the agreed market format<\/strong><\/div>\n
Units \u2192 Convert only when explicitly requested<\/strong><\/div>\n
Currency \u2192 Use approved pricing \/ conversion information<\/strong><\/div>\n
Percentages \u2192 Preserve source values accurately<\/strong><\/div>\n
Decimal separators \u2192 Apply agreed locale convention<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n VISUAL LOCALIZATION<\/span><\/p>\n

Sales Collateral Is Visual as Well as Linguistic<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Charts<\/strong><\/p>\n

Translate labels and make data conventions easy to understand.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Infographics<\/strong><\/p>\n

Localize embedded text while preserving visual hierarchy.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Screenshots<\/strong><\/p>\n

Use localized product UI where the screenshot supports a feature claim.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Customer Images<\/strong><\/p>\n

Review whether imagery remains suitable for the target audience.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Icons & Symbols<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check whether visual meaning remains clear in the target market.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n Page Layout<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adjust spacing and typography when translated text changes length.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n MULTILINGUAL DTP<\/span><\/p>\n

Localized Sales Materials Need to Stay Presentation-Ready<\/h2>\n

\n A translated pitch deck or brochure is only useful if the local sales team
\n can actually present or send it without layout problems.\n <\/p>\n

\n Translation can change text length, which may affect slide titles,
\n charts, callouts, tables and designed page elements.\n <\/p>\n

\n Multilingual DTP restores the layout after translation so the localized
\n version remains aligned with the source brand and practical for real sales use.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Presentations<\/h3>\n

Keep headlines, charts and speaker-facing slides readable.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Brochures<\/h3>\n

Adjust text flow while preserving page design and brand hierarchy.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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One-Pagers<\/h3>\n

Maintain compact layouts without shrinking text excessively.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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PDF Deliverables<\/h3>\n

Perform visual QA before files are handed to local sales teams.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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IN-MARKET REVIEW<\/span><\/p>\n

\n Local Sales Teams Can Reveal Practical Gaps Before Launch
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\n Local sales teams often know which objections appear in meetings,
\n which examples resonate and which terminology customers already use.\n <\/p>\n

\n Their feedback can be valuable during final review,
\n especially for high-value presentations, proposals and buyer-facing collateral.\n <\/p>\n

\n Feedback should be documented and approved so useful local improvements
\n become part of the shared terminology and content process rather
\n than one-off edits that create inconsistency later.\n <\/p>\n


\n DISCUSS YOUR B2B LOCALIZATION PROJECT
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\n Terminology \u2192 Does it match customer language?<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Proof points \u2192 Are they credible locally?<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Objections \u2192 Does the collateral address common concerns?<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n CTA \u2192 Does it match the actual sales process?<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n
\n Feedback \u2192 Record approved changes for future assets<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n ASSET MANAGEMENT<\/span><\/p>\n

Sales Collateral Changes Frequently \u2014 Keep Versions Under Control<\/h2>\n

\n Pricing, product capabilities, customer logos, case-study results
\n and messaging can change after collateral has already been localized.\n <\/p>\n

\n A clear version-control process helps ensure local sales teams use
\n current information rather than outdated translated files.\n <\/p>\n

\n File names, release dates and asset ownership should be easy to understand,
\n especially when several language versions exist at the same time.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Source version \u2192 Identify clearly<\/strong><\/div>\n
Target version \u2192 Keep synchronized<\/strong><\/div>\n
Changed claims \u2192 Flag for translation update<\/strong><\/div>\n
Obsolete collateral \u2192 Remove from active sales use<\/strong><\/div>\n
Approved terminology \u2192 Maintain centrally<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n BKMOS WORKFLOW<\/span><\/p>\n

B2B Sales Collateral Localization Workflow<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n 1<\/span><\/p>\n

Market & Asset Review<\/h3>\n

Review target market, audience, source assets, formats and sales use.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n 2<\/span><\/p>\n

Terminology & Localization Plan<\/h3>\n

Define approved terms, fixed claims, adaptable content and local-market requirements.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n 3<\/span><\/p>\n

Translation & Adaptation<\/h3>\n

Translate content and localize examples, proof points and buyer-facing language as agreed.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n 4<\/span><\/p>\n

DTP, QA & Delivery<\/h3>\n

Restore layout, review the final assets and deliver sales-ready files.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n PROJECT CHECKLIST<\/span><\/p>\n

Before Localizing B2B Sales Collateral<\/h2>\n

\n A complete handoff gives the language team enough business context
\n to preserve the message while making the collateral useful for the new market.\n <\/p>\n


\n SEND YOUR SALES MATERIALS
\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\u2713 Define the target market and buyer audience<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Provide current approved source assets<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Share product terminology and brand guidance<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Mark fixed claims, prices and non-editable content<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Identify case studies and proof points to retain or adapt<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Provide editable design files where possible<\/strong><\/div>\n
\u2713 Identify local reviewers and launch deadline<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n RELATED RESOURCES<\/span><\/p>\n

Related BKMOS Localization Resources<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Transcreation vs Translation<\/strong><\/p>\n

\n Decide when campaign content needs controlled translation
\n and when creative adaptation is more appropriate.\n <\/p>\n


\n Translation vs Transcreation \u2192
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\n Multilingual DTP<\/strong><\/p>\n

\n Keep brochures, presentations and designed documents
\n visually consistent after translation.\n <\/p>\n


\n Multilingual DTP \u2192
\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

\n Website Translation & International SEO<\/strong><\/p>\n

\n Coordinate localized website content with target-market
\n search intent and multilingual SEO.\n <\/p>\n


\n Website Translation & SEO \u2192
\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS<\/span><\/p>\n

B2B Sales Collateral Localization FAQs<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Is sales collateral localization the same as translation?<\/h3>\n

\n Not always. Translation transfers the source meaning, while localization
\n may also adapt market-facing elements such as examples, formats,
\n terminology, proof points and calls to action.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Which B2B materials should be localized first?<\/h3>\n

\n Prioritize the assets your sales team uses most often in the target market,
\n such as company profiles, solution sheets, presentations, case studies
\n and high-value landing pages.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Should global case studies be replaced with local ones?<\/h3>\n

\n Not necessarily. Global case studies can remain useful if the results
\n and customer context are clear, but local examples can strengthen relevance
\n where suitable evidence is available.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Can pricing and currency be localized?<\/h3>\n

\n Yes, but only using client-approved pricing and conversion information.
\n The translation team should not invent market pricing or financial values.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Do brochures and pitch decks need DTP after translation?<\/h3>\n

\n Often yes. Translated text can change length, so layout adjustment
\n may be needed to keep presentations and designed files sales-ready.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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What should we send for a quotation?<\/h3>\n

\n Send representative sales assets, target language and market,
\n editable files where available, required deliverables and the launch deadline.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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EXPERT REVIEW<\/span><\/p>\n

Reviewed by Nguyen Dinh Phuc<\/h2>\n

\n Founder & CEO of BKMOS. Working in professional translation
\n since 2005 and responsible for BKMOS’s professional direction,
\n translation workflows and expert content.\n <\/p>\n


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Entering a New Market With B2B Sales Materials?<\/h2>\n

\n Send BKMOS your representative brochures, presentations, case studies
\n or other sales assets together with the target market, language,
\n required formats and launch deadline. We will review the localization
\n scope before quoting.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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