OnTheGoSystems News

From Remote Screens to Mediterranean Dreams: A Memorable Meet-up in Mallorca!

When you're part of a global remote team, you mostly communicate through screens and messages. But there's nothing like the magic of meeting face-to-face. And that's precisely what the WPML development team experienced at the recent Mallorca meet-up! The meet-up was a pivotal moment for the WPML development team, providing them with the opportunity to bond with their team members. For many of them, it was the first time they had the chance to meet their colleagues in person.  Beyond...

October 9, 2023

Shane Campbell on Navigating the Cloud and the Script for Success

Step behind the screen with Shane Campbell, our latest Star of the Month. From daily dances with code to detecting digital anomalies, Shane lets us in on the ups and downs of ensuring OnTheGoSystems’ infrastructures stay strong and resilient. Congratulations, Shane. How does it feel to be the Star of the Month? It’s truly an honor, especially since I've only been in my current position for a year. It’s rewarding to know I’m already making a big impact on our...

October 9, 2023

Yvette Oliveau’s Recipe for Success: Balancing Passion, Tech, and Learning at OTGS

At OTGS, every team member has a unique story that contributes to our collective success. Today, we delve into the journey of Yvette Oliveau, who's been with us since 2014. Exploring avenues from Support to Custom Retention, Yvette shares her journey, insights, and the key to succeeding in various roles. Yvette, you have quite an international background! Can you tell us about your journey? I’m originally from Southern California and have been living in Europe since 1993. After living in...

October 9, 2023

September 2023 – Powering Multilingual Content with New Features and AI Integration

September 2023 brought key updates to WPML, breakthrough glossary enhancements, and meaningful collaborations in the WordPress ecosystem – all designed to enhance your multilingual WordPress journey. Patch Updates for WPML and String Translation With every WPML version, we aim to provide a smoother, more efficient multilingual experience for your WordPress websites.  In our latest rollout of WPML 4.6.6 and String Translation 3.2.8, we fine-tuned multisite setups to work seamlessly with more than one translator. We also addressed performance problems related...

October 3, 2023

Celebrating a Decade of Dedication: Veterans of OTGS

We are celebrating six of our OTGS team members who have been with us for an incredible decade. This is more than an anniversary—it’s a celebration of consistency, growth, and the unique magic that keeps our team strong. Throughout the years, their invaluable contributions have shaped OTGS into a place that stands tall for its integrity, inclusivity, and a knack for getting things done. Our achievements wouldn't be possible without all the exceptional OTGS team members who stand behind our...

September 28, 2023

Embracing Work-Life Balance: A Remote Worker’s Revitalizing Escape to Máncora

At OTGS, we take immense pride in fostering a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our team member, Ornela Flores, put this into practice during her unforgettable vacation to Máncora, Peru. We believe that paid vacation time is a big part of work-life balance and vital for rejuvenation and the inspiration of new perspectives. We encourage our team members to use their time off to focus on life outside of work and do what makes them feel best. Recently,...

September 20, 2023

Channa Ly: Star of the Month and the Man Behind the Code

Star of the Month Channa Ly has over a decade of experience in the software world and a passion for work-life balance. Dive in with us as we explore his journey from local Cambodian software developer to his profound impact at OTGS, celebrating his achievements and getting a glimpse of his daily life. At the national park in Cambodia What do you like about working at OTGS? OnTheGoSystems offers a great environment to work and grow...

August 30, 2023

August 2023 – Enhancements, Compatibility, and Partnerships in Focus

At OnTheGoSystems, the summer months are a time for innovation and growth. From the latest WPML and Toolset updates and improvements to exciting new partnerships, we've been buzzing with activity. WPML 4.6.5: Compatibility with WordPress 6.3 In the spirit of progress, we launched WPML 4.6.5, aligning seamlessly with the release of WordPress 6.3.  Bidding adieu to PHP 5.6 in favor of PHP 7+, WPML 4.6.5 and WordPress 6.3 set the stage for a more robust...

August 23, 2023

One Month, Many Journeys: Amazing Sabbatical Stories at OnTheGoSystems

Embark on a journey with our long-standing remote team members as they use their sabbaticals to go on journeys of discovery, renewal, and growth.  OnTheGoSystems is more than just a workplace. We're a community that encourages team members to pursue passions, broaden their horizons, and return to work with renewed energy and inspiration. After 7 years with the company, our veteran team members can take a month-long, fully paid sabbatical. Below, we'll share the stories of our fellow OTGSians who...

August 17, 2023

Meet Mateus: A Passionate Remote Tech Wizard Balancing Work and Family Life in Brazil

In this month's Star of the Month feature, we shine the spotlight on Mateus Getulio Vieira, an invaluable member of our WPML support team at OTGS. Armed with technical brilliance and a passion for impeccable customer service, Mateus lets us in on how he takes remote work to new heights. Mateus, can you tell us a little about yourself? I’m from Belo Horizonte in Brazil. It's about 6 hours away from the beach, but I try to go to the...

July 28, 2023