Global Watchtower

Common Sense Advisory is the leading independent research body on the translation industry today. They provide research and analysis about all aspects of the industry - what the customers want, who the big players are, how new technologies are shaping the industry...just to name a few. You can sign up at Common Sense Advisory's website to get access to some of their reports, but most are only available with a paid subscription.

And their blog "Global Watchtower" is just as valuable and filled with useful information. They summarize new and upcoming research findings and insight into translation stories in the news. It's a must read for anyone in the translation industry.