Ciklopea Celebrates its 20th Anniversary, Is Recognized as One of the Top LSPs in Southern Europe

A great milestone has been reached, and the excitement is felt across Ciklopea as the company prepares to celebrate this achievement.

Two decades ago, Ciklopea was founded to change the way people connect, understand, and communicate across diverse cultures and geographical boundaries. Establishing a language services company from the ground up was no easy task, but it has undoubtedly been a journey worth undertaking.

In celebration of their 20th anniversary, Ciklopea is thrilled to share their latest recognition. Once again, CSA research, the prestigious independent market research firm, acknowledged Ciklopea as one of the leading LSPs in Southern Europe.

A Continuing Presence on the List of the Top 20 LSPs in Southern Europe

Ciklopea has earned its position on the list of the top 20 language service providers in Southern Europe. This recognition marks the sixth consecutive time that CSA has acknowledged Ciklopea as a leader, a journey that began in 2018.

The company was bootstrapped and has since evolved into an industry leader through continuous investment in their talented team, robust processes, and cutting-edge technologies.

Mladen Stojak, CSO at Ciklopea, expressed his thoughts on this year's ranking, stating:

"Over the past 20 years, we have perfected our vision of delivering top-quality language solutions. Thanks to our team's ever-evolving expertise, continuous investment in technological infrastructure, and highly-developed business processes, all of which set us apart, we consistently meet our clients' needs year after year.”

At the core of Ciklopea's culture lies a commitment to constant improvement; this holds true for all aspects of the company’s activities, including translation and project management methodologies, the technology they use, and the processes they rely upon.

"Being recognized as one of the best LSPs in Southern Europe for the sixth time reaffirms that our hard work is paying off. We are motivated to achieve even better results in the future, and we extend our gratitude to our partners for their commitment and the successful results we have achieved together," says Stojak.

Talented People and Adaptability

The driving force behind Ciklopea's success has been their exceptional team. The company places an emphasis on attitude when it comes to hiring, and has a pool of talented linguists and language experts. These professionals bring varied perspectives and expertise, allowing for comprehensive language support across different domains and languages.

One of the most prominent shared values is a commitment to quality. Every team member upholds high standards in their work, ensuring accuracy and precision in translations, interpretations, and other language-related services.

Sandra Stojak, CEO at Ciklopea, emphasized the company's core focus and the ability to adapt:

"The past few months have brought us significant challenges, but we understand the necessity of accepting change and adapting to new circumstances. It is during such times that we truly witness the resilience and strength of our team.”

Early on, Ciklopea recognized the importance of teamwork. Translators and localization experts with a deep understanding of their target languages and markets ensure accurate and culturally sensitive translations. Project managers coordinate tasks, set clear deadlines, and maintain open communication to ensure a smooth workflow and timely deliveries. Specialized linguists perform quality assurance through editing and proofreading processes to maintain consistently high standards.

Adaptability and tech-savviness are crucial, as language services often require a thorough knowledge of evolving technologies and diverse client requirements. The significance of having talented individuals within the company ranks cannot be overstated.

Harnessing the Power of AI and Language Technology

The emergence of AI technology, particularly ChatGPT, has sparked unwarranted concerns within the language industry. Human translators are worried they’ll become obsolete on the market. While these tools have led to significant strides in natural language processing and machine translation, they are not expected to replace humans.

AI lacks the depth of contextual understanding, creativity, subject-matter expertise, emotional intelligence, and ethical considerations that human translators bring to the table. The human touch in translation services remains invaluable for accurate, culturally sensitive, and industry-specific communication needs.

At Ciklopea, the fear surrounding AI has been replaced with curiosity, exploring how to maximize AI and other available technology to work more efficiently and intelligently.

In the mid-2000s, Ciklopea invested in a Trados server and adopted computer-assisted translations. Today, the company boasts four different CAT servers, impressive databases, and various bilingual corpora for numerous industries. Embracing AI requires extensive data to ensure optimal results, shared Sandra Stojak in an interview for Bloomberg Adria:

"We don’t fear that technology will take our jobs because we’ve been working with it for years. The future lies in the collaboration between AI and humans.”

Ciklopea believes that the best approach is a collaborative one, where AI tools support and complement human translators, enhancing efficiency and expanding their capabilities rather than replacing them. Ciklopea has also developed a proprietary BMS, Orchestrum, which helps boost productivity by up to 85% through process automation, and this is just the beginning of how they are leveraging technology to optimize translation and localization costs.

The Road Ahead for Ciklopea

These past two decades have been nothing short of an exhilarating ride for Ciklopea. When they first embarked on their journey, translations were still sent through the post, and most linguists worked on typewriters. Ciklopea was among the pioneers when it came to launching a business website.

The landscape has evolved significantly since then. The language market is becoming increasingly saturated, and new technologies continue to emerge. By maintaining focus on their people, technology, and processes, Ciklopea ensures they stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive.

So, what does the future hold for Ciklopea? The team is eager to embrace a new phase of growth and face the fresh challenges that lie ahead!

Ciklopea is overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who has been part of this journey. From their dedicated team members and visionary leadership to their wonderful clients and loyal supporters – this celebration is as much theirs as it is Ciklopea's.

Here's to 20 years of excellence, growth, and continued success in breaking down language barriers.

About Ciklopea

Ciklopea is a leading language service company that has been bridging language barriers and enabling global communication for the past 20 years. With a commitment to the highest quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Ciklopea's team of expert linguists and advanced technology solutions deliver comprehensive language services tailored to meet clients' diverse needs.

For more information, please visit the website: www.ciklopea.com