Why Middleware Wins Every Time with Istvan Lengyel
July 9, 2025
In this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe is joined by Istvan Lengyel, Founder and CEO of BeLazy, to discuss how middleware solutions are democratizing localization technology and enabling more efficient and scalable integration strategies for organizations of all sizes.
In this episode of The Agile Localization Podcast, host Stefan Huyghe is joined by Istvan Lengyel, Founder and CEO of BeLazy, to discuss how middleware solutions are democratizing localization technology and enabling more efficient and scalable integration strategies for organizations of all sizes.
What You’ll Learn
- Why middleware has been historically overlooked in localization and how it's becoming crucial for agile workflows
- How to leverage middleware for seamless integration between content platforms and translation management systems
- The three key components of effective middleware
- How smaller LSPs can compete with industry giants using middleware solutions
- The role of middleware in creating end-to-end automated localization workflows
- How AI and middleware can work together to enhance project coordination and automation
Istvan Lengyel is the Founder and CEO of BeLazy, a middleware solution provider specializing in localization technology integration. As a former co-founder of memoQ, Istvan brings vast experience in translation management systems and a deep understanding of localization workflow optimization. Based in Spain, he has emerged as a leading voice in middleware solutions for the localization industry, focusing on creating seamless connections between content platforms and translation management systems.
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