Calculating the Financial Impact of DITA for Translation
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Swope, Amber
Writing Assistance
2007

Abstract:

Success in a global marketplace requires translating content into multiple languages. Moving to a topic-based XML architecture, such as the Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA), can help you control the translation process and save money.