When it comes to transcribing audio to text, you can do it yourself, hire a professional, or utilize an automatic transcription service. The best method will depend on factors like audio quality and how you plan to use your transcript. Before we dig into the step-by-step of transcribing audio to text, we’ll review some reasons why you should consider transcription and how to choose the best method for your needs. Continue reading »

The concept of transcription has been around since ancient Egypt…although in those days transcription looked more like carving sketches into stone than the eloquent words on a screen we are so familiar with today.

Transcription services have come a very long way in their long history, and that history tells us quite a bit about their importance. But if the lengthy history of transcription services doesn’t prove their value enough, we’ve put together a list of the top seven benefits of transcription services: Continue reading »

Audio and video to text solutions have exploded in recent years. Not only have they become more prevalent, but they’ve also become more accurate. For industries that require transcription services, like medical and legal fields, these advancements offer a potential opportunity for time and cost savings. For those who previously may not have been able to justify the investment in transcription services, like business and marketing, churches, and journalism, these advancements could present an opportunity to improve efficiency and accessibility that never existed before.

Regardless of the camp you’re in, you may be asking the question, is manual transcription or automatic transcription the best fit for my needs? To help you better understand your options, we’ve put together this article outlining the benefits of automated transcription, the benefits of manual transcription, and when to consider each of these options. Here’s what this article covers: Continue reading »