{"id":119542,"date":"2025-02-05T14:42:33","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T13:42:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/deverrouiller-lavenir-de-la-localisation-lessor-des-portails-de-libre-service-securises-ue\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T09:36:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T07:36:16","slug":"unlocking-the-future-of-localization-the-rise-of-secure-self-service-portals-eu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/fr\/unlocking-the-future-of-localization-the-rise-of-secure-self-service-portals-eu\/","title":{"rendered":"D\u00e9verrouiller l\u2019avenir de la localisation : L\u2019essor des portails de libre-service s\u00e9curis\u00e9s &#8211; UE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A futuristic digital portal with glowing circular elements and a high-tech interface, symbolizing advanced AI-driven automation, security, and seamless self-service technology for enterprise localization.\" class=\"wp-image-98976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Portals.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unlocking-the-future-of-localization-the-rise-of-secure-self-service-portals\">Unlocking the future of localization: The rise of secure self-service portals<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Current translation processes can often resemble a relay race, with content moving from one department to another, accumulating delays and racking up costs along the way. As deadlines loom, your teams are forced to make a choice\u2014security or speed?<br \/><br \/>Compliance and regulatory oversight of localized content is also more important &#8211; and has more risk attached &#8211; than ever before. At the same time, international businesses are facing rising demand for faster and in some cases instant,\u00a0 content delivery, such as subtitles or UGC, instant.<br \/><br \/>With these competing demands hitting multiple departments across organizations, it\u2019s no wonder that the needfor self-service tech options has been steadily rising in recent years. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In fact, the self-service technology market is projected to nearly triple in value\u2014from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tidio.com\/blog\/self-service-statistics\/\">$34 billion in 2022 to $92 billion by 2030<\/a>), reflecting a widespread demand for tools that enable speed while securely managing risk.<br \/><br \/>In this blog post, we\u2019ll take a closer look at the core benefits of self-service portals, and how they are transforming the translation process from slow-moving chain to a seamless, secure workflow.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-why-self-serve\"><strong>Why self-serve?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mojenta.com\/blog\/b2b-digital-self-service-what-it-is-and-how-to-implement-it#:~:text=How%20Has%20the%20B2B%20Buyer,purchases%20using%20self%2Dservice%20options.&amp;text=77%25%20of%20B2B%20buyers%20say,by%20contacting%20a%20sales%20rep.&amp;text=71%25%20of%20B2B%20companies%20no,%2Dto%2Dmarket%20sales%20model.\">70% of B2B buyers now expect self-service options<\/a> as standard when purchasing new technology. There\u2019s equally high demand from consumers, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tidio.com\/blog\/self-service-statistics\/?\">63% of companies already using AI-powered self-service solutions<\/a> like chatbots and knowledge bases to fulfill customer demands.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/insights.csa-research.com\/reportaction\/305013644\/Marketing?SearchTerms=Portals\">Research by the CSA <\/a>backs up this significant shift: 60% of companies have already implemented self-service portals for localization activities, and an additional 28% plan to do so.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-qw.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfokJqVkZApEbavHc7PdD9MMzzvokN4M7rlB6P2i9jOZXTP7wLTFy0eG5qpgRcwpb4MFhiGQo0_Kee_rrUmGcSjvHBnGnKqfMehn-aa7YzzemYQSRTadfRkGyZ89eGBfskwltFf?key=dxuiLplPNrwssoPJRB1Ibt7C\" \/><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-autonomy-meets-oversight\"><strong>Autonomy meets oversight<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For decentralized organizations, speed is critical. Departments like marketing, HR, and sales need rapid, accurate translations to execute campaigns and deliver timely communications. Meanwhile, legal, operational and compliance divisions will have a range of specialized needs, but may not have consistent volume demand.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By empowering teams to act independently while keeping localization managers in the driver\u2019s seat, self-service Portals can have a significant impact on all of these use cases.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among companies using self-service portals, 71% grant access to all employees, enabling organization-wide scalability without burdening central teams.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-qw.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeKk2V-VrRbIkiMzJ5J06mrhIPwSu_YZoX9ccxVKtRIrWKgvZFlZLrCtFJb-ctNO86vALDFf5bXOBLFExRz59fG68u9Y0BV0jn-5TlPC0XJRmHSNfZA-XcFGVtH7jJ10EAE0wUT?key=dxuiLplPNrwssoPJRB1Ibt7C\" \/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/><br \/>Large organizations are also focusing on tools that are built for volume\u201443% of organizations process between 1 million and 10 million words annually, while 14% tackle over 1 billion words per year.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/><br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-qw.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcdK9q_XuJrrxXukuYGJUauIodkc1MOAuMbVWpdclc8C6-HByUe9GsNkN-s0gjzTQmi4JZGxHxvOtG5tmmoP4ZwKDOOn6xneF7ZceDHb0U8vFFTuakvcvD1rnfA4fREbR-mdVKn?key=dxuiLplPNrwssoPJRB1Ibt7C\" \/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For projects where high-touch management isn\u2019t necessary, self-service portals offer a streamlined approach that minimizes overhead while keeping operational costs in check. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By balancing autonomy with centralized control, portals also ensure teams can hit tight deadlines without compromising quality or governance.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prioritizing-security-in-the-age-of-ai\"><strong>Prioritizing Security in the age of AI<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Decentralized workflows require rigorous safeguards, especially with the rise of machine translation (MT). <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Public tools like Google Translate pose significant risks, not only because of the capacity for mistranslations, but particularly from the risk of data breach. Alarmingly,<a href=\"https:\/\/cloudsecurityalliance.org\/artifacts\/state-of-saas-security-2023-survey-report?\"> 71% of survey respondents reported challenges linked to unregulated MT usage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secure self-service portals provide a tailored solution:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Private access to trained MT engines:<\/strong> Customized for specific content types and languages to deliver precise, confidential translations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced security features:<\/strong> Integration with enterprise systems like single sign-on (SSO) ensures streamlined access while maintaining robust data protection protocols.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">These measures are not just preventative\u2014they\u2019re quickly showing themselves to be crucial. A secure portal discourages employees from turning to unregulated platforms, safeguarding sensitive content by keeping it within the company\u2019s controlled network.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/><br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"336\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-qw.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcjwYA0LFVRjVYzOvWaYkqSoM6bCZ459Q45YyqQVHdNAgh4tHW8wAvTQEFB-kDadWjd0G7B3pFKRBC7nn5KJEgbxWlnVVrc_MVAE4OpakOTOv47CT1_hDF8GWUevRlgGksApu782Q?key=dxuiLplPNrwssoPJRB1Ibt7C\" \/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/><br \/>For 64% of businesses using portals, secure MT access is critical for managing confidential materials, reinforcing the importance of security-first localization practices.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unlocking-roi-through-decentralization\"><strong>Unlocking ROI through decentralization<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Localization has often been viewed as a cost-heavy necessity, but self-service portals are reshaping this narrative. By automating low-touch workflows and reducing reliance on external providers, these tools drive efficiency and deliver measurable cost savings.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organizations using portals report diverse applications, from marketing campaigns to internal communications:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>50% use them for translating contracts and proposals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>43% rely on them for employee newsletters and memos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-qw.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeHB-PrABoMHHH9u-6-Dcu-nGPLPVO7uqPGSf0xAtqB0mmgdhA88N8-4LG6oDUBZX8rqtBaOTrJhxLLYzUjFP-FLnFreh-UDX8EYUfP4n2L9qwqqBIIGO9ZTv0vW057hJ6LjEbdwA?key=dxuiLplPNrwssoPJRB1Ibt7C\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This adaptability allows enterprises to allocate resources strategically, focusing their localization teams on high-impact initiatives.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While this may be a source of some concern to localization experts, it\u2019s important to realize that this movement is not designed to replace specialized roles, but rather to remove much of the \u2018grunt work\u2019 from their schedules and allow them to focus on more valuable, strategic activity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Short, quick localization tasks are now seamlessly handled through our portal, allowing the localization team to focus on high-value projects.<\/em>\u201d <strong>&#8211; Survey participant<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scalability is another standout benefit. Many companies cited the ability to handle expanding volumes and languages without increasing headcount. For enterprises managing millions\u2014or even billions\u2014of words annually, these incremental efficiencies translate into substantial returns on investment.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-strategic-shift-for-global-growth\"><strong>A strategic shift for global growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secure self-service portals represent an important shift in the way localization is perceived across large organizations. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By blending team empowerment with centralized oversight, self-service portals deliver faster, safer, and more scalable solutions for enterprises navigating the complexities of global communication.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <strong>79% of organizations<\/strong> emphasizing the need for secure, scalable workflows, self-service portals have clearly become a strategic imperative rather than an optional enhancement\u200b,\u00a0 addressing critical business needs, including cost reduction, process simplification, enhanced security, and cross-functional communications. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By empowering employees to make compliant, timely translation decisions, portals eliminate traditional bottlenecks and deliver real-time, scalable solutions for global communication.<br \/><br \/><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f3a8bc96 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-phrase-green-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f647c4e4 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--45);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--45);flex-basis:100%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-open-the-door-to-smarter-secure-scalable-translation\">Open the door to smarter, secure, scalable translation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Phrase Portal: Your all-in-one machine translation solution for seamless,<br \/>high-quality content across your business in every language<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-cba10ad9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-grey-filled\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/phrase-staging.required.ch\/phrase-portal-eu\/\">Explore Phrase Portal<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unlocking the future of localization: The rise of secure self-service portals Current translation processes can often resemble a relay race, with content moving from one department to another, accumulating delays and racking up costs along the way. 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