Philippe Wacker and Bruno Herrmann preview the Language Intelligence Conference 2026 in Vienna (Nov 17–19), exploring how organizations can turn AI and multilingual capabilities into real, measurable business value.
What does it actually take to make AI work across languages, cultures, and organizations — and who's responsible for getting it right? This episode digs into the practical realities of language intelligence with two of the people shaping the conversation.
In this episode:
• Why language intelligence is the missing layer between AI capability and real organizational value
• How fragmented language management across teams creates hidden operational risk
• The importance of embedding language intelligence upstream, not just at the point of delivery
• What to expect at LI 2026: workshops, cross-industry use cases, and actionable takeaways
Philippe Wacker is Executive Director of LT Innovate, the association representing the language intelligence industry in Europe. With a background in law and over 15 years leading industry associations across high-tech and multimedia sectors, Philippe has been a driving force in positioning language as a strategic asset in the age of AI. Bruno Herrmann is a Brussels-based consultant specializing in global content operations and content product management. With roots in linguistics and nearly three decades spanning language service providers, technology firms, and life sciences multinationals, Bruno brings a uniquely operational perspective to language intelligence.
Connect with Philippe Wacker & Bruno Herrmann:
LinkedIn: [link]
Website: https://www.language.com
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