What is transcription?

In its simplest form, transcription means taking data in one format (whether that be paper, audio, video, or other electronic format, and putting into another, normally more manageable electronic format. Medical transcription and legal transcription are two of the most popular forms.

There are several notable advantages to transcribing you company’s data:

•	Transcribed data offers the security of an additional copy of the original.
•	Transcribed data is more legible.
•	Transcribed data can be searched using complex databases or even with free desktop search software.
•	Transcribed data can be accessed from anywhere.
•	Large amounts of data can be stored in a small amount of space.
•	It is more cost effective to store large amounts of electronic data than paper notes.