How Juniper Streamlined Its China Localization: A Real-World Playbook for US Tech Brands

When Juniper Networks, a global leader in networking and cybersecurity, expanded into China, they didn't struggle with regulations or product fit. Instead, the major blockers were practical execution issues: disconnected vendors, mistranslated documents, and poorly adapted branding.

Here's how Juniper addressed three common pain points—and what other US tech companies can learn from it.

1. Technical Translation: Precision Beyond Language

Juniper needed high-accuracy translations for a wide range of technical documentation—from hardware setup manuals to network configuration files.

Initial efforts using generic translation providers failed. Why? Because most agencies lacked deep knowledge of enterprise networking, leading to inconsistencies and misunderstandings in the Chinese version.

What We Did:

• Created a dedicated terminology database using Trados and input from Juniper's engineering team

• Assigned linguists with a background in IT and telecom

• Added a 2-step QA workflow with in-market reviewers to ensure clarity and accuracy

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Impact: Internal engineers in China reported fewer support tickets related to documentation, with improved training clarity and usability.

2. Brand Messaging: From Word-for-Word to Meaning-for-Market

Juniper's translated website and brochures looked “correct” linguistically but didn't convert.

Why? The tone, CTAs, and value propositions didn't resonate with local B2B buyers, who expect different messaging frameworks—more solution-oriented, more contextualized, and more trust-building.

Our Localization Strategy:

• Adapted CTAs and messaging to align with Chinese decision-making behavior

• Reframed product benefits around real-life use cases and compatibility with China-specific IT infrastructure

• Rewrote landing pages to emphasize third-party validation  (Trust Signals)

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Result: Local sales teams reported that leads were more qualified, and content became a more useful tool in sales conversations.

3. Vendor Chaos: Streamlining the Supply Chain

Juniper had different vendors for translation, layout, and print. The outcome? Delays, misalignment, and recurring version control issues.

They needed a unified process, not just cheaper vendors.

What We Delivered:

• Integrated translation, design, and print management under one project team

• Established shared approval workflows and branded templates for faster turnaround

• Conducted final asset QA across all media before print/distribution

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Benefit: Juniper drastically reduced revision cycles and ensured brand consistency across every customer-facing touchpoint.

Bonus: Our Repeatable Framework for Enterprise Localization in China

Here’s a simplified version of the process we used with Juniper—adaptable to any B2B tech brand entering China:

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What Juniper Said

“The biggest difference? We no longer had to babysit 3 vendors. Landelion became our one point of contact—and our China-side brand guardian.”
— Juniper China Regional Marketing Lead

Key Takeaway: Don't Just Translate. Localize With a Full Stack.

Entering China is less about words and more about meaning, market fit, and process control.

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