The rise of globalization means that your company is likely to reach a broader group of employees. They can be of different cultures, languages, and nationalities. When creating training to reach these diverse groups, you need to translate words and adjust the cultural nuances and images used. The term for these adjustments is localization. 

Here are some reasons why you should consider using training localization. 

Localization leads to better retention and more confident employees.  

Your employees value learning in their local language. According to the eLearning Industry, 90% of people want to learn in their native tongue. For one, it means they can more easily comprehend the lesson. Without language barriers, they may feel more empowered and confident in learning new material. The goal is for learners to retain the most essential and important information in the course.  

It is a cost-effective approach that saves time and money. 

The eLearning industry has solved a lot of the challenges of a global workforce. For instance, tech advancements and Learning Management Systems (LMS) have remedied the task of reaching people in different geographical areas.  

Traditional methods of teaching involved sending instructors out to each store, performing demonstrations to each employee, and other time-consuming and expensive measures. Now, eLearning has created a platform for individuals anywhere to access training.  

It has revolutionized equal opportunity for international employees – that is, if it is localized training. Instead of creating multiple courses, one for each region within your company, eLearning localization allows you to give the same material around the world with small changes. It takes a lot of hard work to create the perfect course for your learners. So, don’t keep starting from scratch with new material. Get on the localization train and give everyone the same great training. 

It adjusts to the changes in an ever-evolving world. 

Additionally, having one course localized for international use means any adjustments to the course post-launch can apply to one or all the versions of the course. Rather than making separate adjustments to a multitude of courses, you can make changes to all the courses in one go. With new products, distinctions, language, and technology, learners need adjustments more often. Refresh existing courses for up-to-date content with a more cost-effective approach.  

Likewise, this generation is experiencing a more rapid turnover of employees. Localization makes these adjustments a cost-effective possibility in a world of increasing globalization, diversity, and change. 

When thinking about implementing localization into your eLearning, consider HALIGHT as a solution to your localization needs. We’ll fill you in on the way we craft courses with you and provide a hassle-free experience. Our team of specialists – from content creators to L&D experts – collaborate to design a course that fills the knowledge gaps you are experiencing in your workplace. We also implement localization and translations directly into your content, so you don’t have to scout out a reliable translator on your own. 

Diversity in the workplace is integral to the richness of the company. Different backgrounds and cultures open doors to new perspectives and ideas. Localization is a way to thrive as a diverse organization. Above all, localization makes everything possible for everyone: an invaluable asset to every company.