Solutions > Features > Global & Multilingual Support
Multilingual by Design. Global by Default.
At Optial, multilingual support isn’t an add-on — it’s built into the foundation of our EHS and GRC platforms.
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Whether you’re operating across borders, regulatory regimes, or languages, our applications are designed to support global teams with local precision.
True Multilingual Application Support
Our platforms support full application localisation, not just translated data fields.
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User-selectable interface language
Buttons, menus, headers, tooltips, workflows, and system messages adapt to each user’s chosen language.​
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Multi-language data entry & content
Buttons, menus, headers, tooltips, workflows, and system messages adapt to each user’s chosen language.
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Centralised multilingual content management
Maintain global templates with local variants for different countries, regulations, or business units.
Built for International Compliance & Usabilty
Global organisations face more than language differences — we handle the details that matter.​
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Full Unicode support
Safely store and display data in all languages and character sets. -
Locale-aware formatting
Dates, times, numbers, and formats automatically align with user locale. -
Multi-currency support
Accurate currency handling with region-appropriate formatting (commas, dots, spaces), including configurable exchange rates and currency conversion for global reporting. -
Regulatory readiness
Essential for jurisdictions where software must be delivered in the local language.
Designed for Global EHS & GRC Teams
Multilingual capability is critical when you need to:
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Deploy EHS or GRC systems across multiple countries
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Support local regulatory and legal requirements
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Enable consistent reporting while respecting regional language needs
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Work with international content and regulatory data providers
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Our solutions are already used in global environments where language, compliance, and usability are non-negotiable.
One Platform. Many Languages. Zero Compromise.
With Optial, your teams work in their local language — while leadership retains a single, unified view of risk, compliance, and performance.
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If your organisation operates globally, your software should too.
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Talk to us about multilingual EHS & GRC deployments.
Multilingual & Global Support – FAQs
Does the Optial platform support multiple languages?
Yes, Optial supports multiple languages across the full application interface, including screens, buttons, menus, tooltips, and workflows. Languages can be enabled based on your deployment needs, and additional languages can be introduced without re-engineering the platform.
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Can individual users choose their own language?
Yes. Each user can select their preferred language, allowing global teams to work in their local language while using the same centralised system.
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Is multilingual support limited to labels, or does it include data entry?
Multilingual support applies to both the application interface and data entry. Users can capture incidents, risks, audits, and content in their local language, with full visibility and reporting across regions.
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How does Optial handle local formats for dates, numbers, and currency?
The platform is locale-aware, automatically adapting:
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Date and time formats
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Number formatting (commas, dots, spaces)
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Currency symbols and presentation
This ensures clarity and consistency for users in different countries.
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Does the platform support multiple currencies?
Yes. Optial supports multi-currency management, including region-appropriate currency formatting (commas, dots, spaces), as well as configurable exchange rates and currency conversion to support local operations and consolidated global reporting.
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Is Optial suitable for countries with language-specific legal requirements?
Absolutely. Optial is designed for jurisdictions where software must be delivered in the local language, such as French-language requirements in France and similar regulations elsewhere.
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Can we manage global content with local variations?
Yes. Optial supports centralised multi-language content management, with the ability to:
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Define global templates
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Create country-specific or regional variants
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Maintain consistency while meeting local regulatory needs
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Does Optial support non-Latin character sets?
Yes. The platform provides full Unicode support, enabling safe storage and display of all major global character sets.
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Does multilingual support apply to both EHS and GRC solutions?
Yes. Both EHS SmartStart and GRC SmartStart share the same multilingual and internationalisation capabilities.
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How are translations managed?
If you prefer to manage your own terminology and translations, Optial makes it simple. We provide exportable language term files (e.g., spreadsheets of source terms) that you can update with approved translations and reimport—ensuring accuracy, consistency, and regulatory alignment while retaining full control.
