Should UX Writers and Localization Be Separate Teams?

The two concepts of localization and UX writing are clearly and closely related, and both aim to make the experience for your audience as natural as possible. Should UX writers and localization experts be part of the same team?

The answer is more complex than you might think, and there are compelling arguments to be made for each side of the equation. Below, we will discuss both sides in more detail, including situations where combining or separating your UX writing and localization teams might make the most sense.