Nuance Communications can help you see the subtle differences in both speech and images. The company provides speech and digital imaging software. Its speech products include speech recognition systems used to provide customer service, embedded systems used in applications ranging from automobiles to consumer electronics, and dictation systems. Nuance's digital imaging line includes document creation, editing, and conversion tools. The company sells directly and through distributors, resellers, systems integrators, and telecom carriers. Its key markets include financial services, government, health care, and telecommunications. Nuance generates nearly 30% of sales outside the US.