
Dr. Arle Lommel is a senior analyst at independent market research firm CSA Research. He is a recognized expert in the fields of localization and translation, with an emphasis on technology and standardization. At CSA Research, he works primarily with translation technology and economic modeling of the value of language. Prior to joining CSA Research, he was the Director of Open Standards for the former LISA. He holds a BA in linguistics and MA and PhD in folklore studies.
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