Connect your IXIASOFT DITA CMS with XTM’s translation management platform to streamline your content localisation workflow. Get your technical documentation translated faster while keeping your DITA structure intact.
Transform how you handle multilingual technical documentation with our native IXIASOFT integration.
Your complex DITA maps, topics, and metadata stay perfectly intact throughout the translation process. No manual reformatting or broken links when content comes back.
Send content directly from IXIASOFT to XTM with one click. Our integration handles file preparation, so you can focus on what matters most.
See exactly where each DITA topic stands in the translation pipeline. Get instant updates when translators finish sections of your documentation.
Translated content flows directly back into your CMS with proper tagging and structure. Your technical writers can publish immediately without any cleanup work.
Connect IXIASOFT with XTM in three simple steps that keep your technical documentation workflow running smoothly.
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VP of Content, RS Group
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XTM is a complete translation management platform that helps global companies scale their content localisation across 50+ languages.
Reuse previous translations to cut costs and speed up projects while keeping your brand voice consistent across languages.
Catch errors before they reach your customers with automated checks that understand DITA content structure and technical terminology.
Track all your translation projects in one place with clear timelines, budgets, and quality scores for every language.
Work with vetted translators who specialise in technical documentation and understand your industry requirements.
Set up custom approval processes that match your team’s needs and automatically notify stakeholders when content is ready.
Keep your technical documentation secure with SOC 2 compliance, single sign-on, and detailed audit trails for every translation project.
Yes, our IXIASOFT integration is designed to support DITA CMS versions 4.0 and above, ensuring compatibility with the most commonly used versions. This integration is robust, allowing you to seamlessly connect whether you’re using an on-premise setup or leveraging the cloud for your IXIASOFT deployment. By facilitating a smooth connection, it enhances your content management experience and optimizes your workflow. Rest assured, you can take full advantage of our integration’s features, regardless of your deployment type or version within the supported range.
Certainly! The integration process is designed to maintain all the elements of your DITA structure, ensuring that nothing is altered or lost during translation. This includes preserving maps, topics, cross-references, conditional text, and metadata, which are essential components of your content. By doing so, we guarantee that your content structure remains exactly the same when it is returned to you after translation. You can be confident that your original layout, hierarchy, and organizational details are fully preserved, ensuring seamless continuity and consistency.
Most customers can expect to have the IXIASOFT integration fully operational within 24 hours of initiation. This quick setup time is largely due to the efficiency and expertise of our dedicated technical team, who manage the entire installation process. They ensure that every aspect of the integration is correctly configured and functioning as intended. Additionally, we offer comprehensive training sessions tailored for your content managers, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively utilize the integration from the very start.
Certainly! IXIASOFT offers a seamless experience when it comes to tracking translation progress by providing a real-time status directly within the interface. This integration is extremely user-friendly, allowing you to easily monitor various phases of the translation process. Specifically, you can view which topics are currently in progress, which ones are under review, and which have been completed. This comprehensive visibility helps streamline workflow management, ensuring you are always updated on the status of your translation projects without needing to switch platforms.
The integration supports a comprehensive range of standard DITA formats, making it highly versatile for various documentation needs. It includes XML topics, which are the core components of DITA content, ensuring that your structured documents are seamlessly managed. Additionally, it accommodates DITAMAP files, which serve as essential organizational tools, helping you manage and assemble complex collections of topics into a coherent structure. Furthermore, the integration efficiently handles associated media files, such as images and videos, ensuring that all multimedia content referenced within your documentation is properly supported and displayed.
No special training is required to use the integration. It is designed to seamlessly incorporate into your existing IXIASOFT workflow by adding simple and intuitive menu options. The integration is user-friendly, making it accessible to all users, regardless of their technical expertise. Most users find that they can navigate and utilize the new features effectively after just a brief demonstration, which highlights the basic functions and benefits. The integration aims to enhance your workflow without requiring extensive learning or adjustment.
Yes, you have complete control over which content you choose to have translated. If you only need specific topics translated, you can easily select those individual topics without affecting other content. Additionally, you have the option to translate entire maps if that suits your project requirements better. Furthermore, if you have custom content collections that you want translated, you can select those as well. This flexible approach ensures that you only translate what is necessary, optimizing both time and resources for your project.
The integration system is equipped with automatic error handling and notifications to ensure smooth operation. If an error occurs during the translation sync process, the system will promptly notify you, providing comprehensive details about the issue. This information will include the nature of the error and specific steps you can take to resolve it efficiently. This proactive approach helps minimize downtime and ensures that you can quickly address any problems, maintaining seamless workflow and accurate translations throughout the process.
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