The translator

It can be difficult to find a good translator. A good translator understands the application, the local market and is good at finding translations for concepts that maybe doesn't make a lot of sense in the native language. It is also important that multiple applications are translated the same way.

There are many small companies out there that have specialized in translating software. Use one of those - it pays off. One of the good things about GNU gettext for Delphi, Kylix and C++ Builder, is that the file format is standardized and known by most translation companies.