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6 reasons why it’s best to buy British transcription services
There are many advantages to hiring a UK-based transcription company to handle your audio transcriptions. First of all, if you choose the right agency, you can be sure that English is the mother tongue of its transcribers and the work is not outsourced to third parties abroad. Hiring a local transcriptionist also ensures that the project is completed promptly and securely. Here are some tips on choosing the best transcription services in the UK:
1. Versatile
Choose a company that can produce intelligently edited and strict verbatim transcripts of various speeches that need to be converted into legible written text. Choose a company that are able to tweak their existing templates to match your own in-house style.
2. Fast turnaround
Do they guarantee fast turnaround? Make sure that the transcription company is known for its fast turnaround time. It must be able to provide a guarantee that the transcription will be completed and delivered within the agreed period or before the deadline.
3. Helpful, accessible team
You want to hire a transcription company with an operations team who are easy to work with. They should be friendly and must be patient, and should be readily available whenever you have questions.
4. Data protected
Can they ensure your file’s security and confidentiality? The best transcription services in the UK hire skilled and trustworthy transcribers who adhere to comprehensive confidentiality agreements and data security policies. Please check that all transcribers are checked with the CRB and their identities proven. Choose a company that does not outsource its transcribers. Make sure that the transcription team is composed of permanent members of the company itself.
5. Secure IT systems
Pick a transcription service that uses a secure system with proven data encryption and anti-virus or anti-malware scanning and prevention technology for uploading. The service must use effective and comprehensive security protocols for file encryption.
6. Excellent reviews
Read testimonials about the transcription service provider to learn about their performance. You can verify the accuracy of the transcriptions they produce through other clients. Most agencies will allow you to contact existing clients direct to get a recommendation.
