By Ben Walker
Wherever businesses use audio or video to record their meetings, interviews, or conference calls, there’s a good chance that they’ll also need to transcribe it. After all, transcribing audio to text is the best way to utilize the data. If you’re new to this process, you can expect it to take significantly longer even if … Continued
By Ben Walker
With over 1 billion users worldwide, LinkedIn has come a long way from its modest roots in co-founder Reid Hoffman’s living room. Similar to how the legal field is shifting from traditional court reporters to seeking legal transcription services, the platform has taken a cue from the social media giants and now offers multimedia posts. … Continued
By Ben Walker
When searching for transcription services, the most critical question to ask is: “What quality control processes do you have in place?” We all can agree that quality matters for accurate transcripts. Even if the audio file has background noise or poor audio quality, you have to partner with a service that invests heavily in quality … Continued
By Ben Walker
Wondering about the benefits of confidential informant transcription? Anyone who has seen crime dramas knows what a confidential informant is. Also known as “rats,” “moles,” and “snitches,” these people provide valuable and actionable intel to law enforcement about illegal activities, especially within organized crime groups. It’s a risky job, and a lot can be lost. … Continued
By Ben Walker
For many, voice memos are the quickest way to capture important information or discussions. They’re becoming so popular that over 7 billion voice messages are sent daily on WhatsApp alone. However, utilization comes with challenges, especially when voice memos pile up. They can be difficult to track, organize, or analyze. They can be lost in … Continued
By Ben Walker
Despite sounding like a no-brainer process, transcription is a deep, nuanced field requiring considerable expertise. Businesses and agencies of all sizes can benefit from audio transcription, like better organization, SEO improvements, better accessibility, and the ability to repurpose content. However, most transcription service companies are different, and you need to find the best provider to … Continued
By Ben Walker
According to a recent survey, 50% of users agreed that online videos must have captions. This study alone shows that adding subtitles to your video content is highly beneficial. As a content creator, you can choose between two main subtitle formats: SRT and VTT. At first glance, SRT and VTT files may seem interchangeable, as … Continued
By Ben Walker
Have you ever listened to a podcast episode only to realize you zoned out and missed a critical insight? Roughly 70% of Americans are podcast listeners, with the typical listener tuning in for more than 7 hours per week on average. What if you could instantly search a transcript to rediscover what was said? Or … Continued
By Ben Walker
Transcriptionists do more than just type the words they hear. The industry is complex, and any overlap with government agencies requires stricter security measures than your typical firewall. The CJIS is the largest division within the FBI and has a high-tech operations hub in West Virginia’s hills. CJIS offers advanced tools and services, such as … Continued
By Ben Walker
Academic transcription involves turning spoken content into written form, typically used for class lectures, student interviews, research studies, and panel events. These transcripts provide students and professors with clear, accurate notes to study and reference. Many higher education institutions have adopted academic transcription services as a standard part of their online courses. Accurate transcripts benefit … Continued
