Localization Policy
/ˌloʊkələˈzeɪʃən ˈpɑlɪsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal set of guidelines adopted by an organization or government to govern the adaptation of products, services, or content to meet local legal, cultural, and linguistic requirements.
The company developed a localization policy to ensure all software complied with regional laws and customs.
- (n.) A data governance rule specifying the geographic or jurisdictional limits on where data must be stored or processed to comply with local privacy and security laws.
The localization policy mandated that all customer data remain on servers physically located within the country.
Forms
- localization policy
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Commentary
Localization policies often require balancing legal compliance with practical business considerations; clarity in specifying the scope of localization (e.g., data vs. products) is essential in drafting.
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