Building a Successful Translation Process 
As a company expands into global markets, the need for localized documentation arises. Much like building or enlarging a house, a successful translation project requires a carefully planned process. When a company decides to produce localized documentation, it needs to establish a translation process. Although the process details may vary from company to company, there are basic steps that apply almost universally.
Lavallee, Nancy C. STC Proceedings (2000). Articles>Documentation>Localization