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Author: Ben Walker

How Transcription Can Solve America’s Court Reporter Crisis

By Ben Walker

America’s court reporters are leaving the courts at an alarming rate, causing a court reporter shortage. Court reporters create written records (transcriptions) of legal proceedings, and without them, litigants can’t (exercise their constitutional right to) appeal their cases. Fortunately, court transcription services like Ditto Transcripts can help solve America’s court reporter crisis. Understanding how a transcription … Continued

The Legal Risks of Using AI for Transcription

By Ben Walker

Today, legal professionals face an uncomfortable truth. Artificial intelligence, one of the most significant technological innovations of the 21st century, is creating a security nightmare for the legal industry – where confidentiality is sacrosanct. Vulnerabilities and operational loopholes are exposing their firms to legal risks, especially when using AI for transcription. So, how can human-powered … Continued

How Transcription Can Improve Communication

By Ben Walker

It’s mind-boggling how poor communication costs businesses millions of dollars annually on the backs of misunderstandings, legal disputes, and even excluded team members who can’t fully access content. Although forward-thinking organizations invest in solutions like those provided by professional transcription companies to help solve this communication issue, many are still left behind. According to recent … Continued

Why Pay For Transcription When AI Is Free?

By Ben Walker

If you Google “Free AI Transcription,” you’ll find dozens upon dozens of tools and services that offer just that. Simply upload your audio, and they’ll transcribe it for you – no fuss, no muss. With those, you no longer need to pay for transcription companies.  Yet, is it really that simple?  Beyond the per-minute or … Continued

Freelancers Vs. Transcription Services

By Ben Walker

Today, many organizations can’t decide whether to go with a transcription service company or hire a freelancer for the same project. However, the most practical answer to this argument is “depending on your needs,” – which is not exactly helpful when planning for business expenses and strategic operational pipelines. So, to help with the issue, … Continued

Why Is Human Translation Important?

By Ben Walker

Language barriers have always been a burden for businesses expanding globally – even for those trying to establish a market presence in a foreign region. That’s why many invest in human translation services to localize their marketing materials. On the other hand, others try to cut corners by using AI or Google Translate to “save” … Continued

Benefits Of Professional Translation Services

By Ben Walker

Many American businesses fail to expand global markets due to language barriers. Some start with free or cheap translation tools like Google Translate or other AI solutions, only to end up with a messed-up translation and costly whoopsie-daisies in the final output. On the other hand, successful companies that want to grow outside the United … Continued

Can ChatGPT Accurately Translate Text?

By Ben Walker

Over 430 languages are spoken in the U.S. alone, so it’s only natural for businesses to want to use free translation tools like Google or Apple Translate or even ChatGPT. While these automated services do a decent job, many rightfully ask, “Can ChatGPT Translate Accurately?” and “Can it replace professional translation services?” The answer might … Continued

Importance of Documentation in Healthcare

By Ben Walker

According to the World Health Organization, one in every ten patients suffers from the consequences of unsafe medical care – 50% of which are preventable. Our healthcare professionals are in an uphill battle to provide the best possible medical care while avoiding burnout from 12-hour shifts, unending emergencies, and a lack of work-life balance. While … Continued

What is Legal Transcription?

By Ben Walker

Legal transcription is the process of typing any type of legal document or proceeding from the spoken word (including audio files) into a written text document that’s been carefully formatted so you can easily find the information you need. Lawyers and everyone who works alongside them typically have a lot on their plates, no matter … Continued