Plain Language Isn’t Optional: Meeting the EU’s B2-Level Standard for Consumer Communications
Since June 28, 2025, the EU Accessibility Directive has required all consumer-facing financial content to be written at a B2 level or lower on the CEFR scale. That means plain language is no longer just best practice, it is the law. For financial institutions, meeting this standard involves more than simplifying English text. It requires translating and localizing content so it is clear, compliant, and consistent across every language and channel. Learn what is at stake, where the risks lie, and how BIG Language Solutions helps bridge the gap between compliance and clarity.
Language Access Isn’t Optional. It’s a Health Equity Imperative for Open Enrollment
Clear communication is essential during open enrollment, especially for members with limited English proficiency. Learn how translation, interpretation, and accessible formats support equity, reduce risk, and ensure every member can make informed decisions about their care.
Rolling out Neural Machine Translation? Here are Four Keys to Success
Neural Machine Translation (NMT) remains the gold standard for high-volume, high-quality translation (especially in regulated industries) while LLMs show promise but still require careful testing and fine-tuning. Learn how BIG combines the best of both to deliver secure, scalable, and accurate translation solutions. Learn how BIG combines the best of both to deliver secure, scalable, and accurate translation solutions.
Why NMT Still Leads: Smarter, Faster, and Safer Translation in the Age of AI
NMT remains the top choice for fast, accurate, and secure translation. As content demands grow, more organizations are turning to machine translation to keep up. This guide answers key questions about NMT, when to use it, and how it compares to tools like Large Language Models—plus why custom NMT is still the safest bet for regulated industries
What is Section 508 Compliance?
When communicating with federal agencies, there are a variety of laws and regulations that have been established over the last few decades to enforce equality and accessibility of information to all individuals, whether they were clients, patients, or employees. With the introduction and then further use of technology and the subsequent digitization of data, regulations […]
How Can Translation Memories Save Your Organization Time and Money?
If you have never worked with a language services provider before, you might be asking: What is translation memory, and why does it matter to my organization? Translation memory, often called TM, is one of the most valuable tools in professional translation. It stores previously translated content so that identical or similar text can be […]
Why Our 4-Step Patent Translation QA Process Matters More Than Ever
Even a single word can jeopardize your patent.
Learn how BIG IP’s four-step quality assurance process prevents critical errors in patent translations and why investing in accuracy from the start is the smartest protection against office actions, litigation, and loss of rights.
How to Prepare for the EU Accessibility Act: A Guide for Finance
With the EU Accessibility Directive taking effect in June 2025, financial institutions face new pressure to ensure their digital content is translated and truly accessible. From plain-language standards to alternative formats like braille and subtitles, we break down what accessible translations really look like and what it takes to meet the directive across every language you serve.
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Over-The-Phone Interpretation Services
Clear Communication When Every Second Counts Over-The-Phone Interpretation Services At BIG Language Solutions, we understand the importance of seamless, accurate communication for enterprise organizations—whether it’s in emergencies, daily operations, or critical moments. Our over-the-phone interpretation (OPI) service is designed to bridge language gaps instantly, empowering your team to connect with anyone, anywhere, in over 300 […]