Thursday, September 3rd, 2026

How to Get a Better Transcript: 5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Recording 

When it comes to transcription, the quality of the finished transcript starts long before the audio file reaches us.   A clear, well-recorded conversation gives a transcriber the best possible chance of capturing  the conversation accurately. Poor audio can lead to unclear sections, greater difficulty identifying speakers and, in some cases, additional transcription time and cost.  You don’t need a professional recording studio or complicated equipment 

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Friday, August 21st, 2026

Why Consistency Is Just as Important as Accuracy in Research Transcription

When researchers think about transcription quality, accuracy is usually the first thing that comes to mind, and rightly so. Every transcript should accurately reflect what was said. But when your research project involves dozens, or even hundreds of interviews or focus groups, accuracy alone isn’t enough. Consistency across every transcript becomes just as important. Whether 

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Friday, July 10th, 2026

What Makes a Transcript ‘Research-Ready’?

Whether you’re conducting qualitative interviews, focus groups, usability testing or market research, the value of your findings depends on the quality of your data. Before coding begins, themes are identified, or reports are written, researchers need one essential resource: an accurate transcript. But not all transcripts are created equal. A research-ready transcript is more than 

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Thursday, August 14th, 2025

Verbatim vs Intelligent Verbatim – What Do You Need?

When you’re commissioning a transcription service, one of the first decisions you’ll face is the style of transcript you require. For many clients, especially those in academic research, the legal sector, or media, that means choosing between verbatim and intelligent verbatim. But what’s the difference, and which is right for your project? As a UK-based 

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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025

Why Accuracy and Trust Matter in Transcription and Why McGowan Transcriptions Stands Apart

In an era where AI tools offer convenience but often fall short on context and clarity, human transcription services remain the gold standard. At McGowan Transcriptions, we’ve built our reputation on accuracy, confidentiality, and reliability – and our clients agree. One reviewer put it best: “Even when our recordings were difficult, McGowan delivered a fast, 

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Monday, July 8th, 2024

The Rising Importance of Cybersecurity in the Transcription Industry

In recent years, the transcription industry has experienced significant growth, driven by advancements in technology and the increasing need for accurate and efficient documentation. As the industry evolves, a critical area of focus has reemerged: security. With sensitive data being handled daily, ensuring cybersecurity has become a top priority for reputable transcription companies. The Growing 

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Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

Why is Strict Verbatim Transcription so Important?

Also referred to as ‘true verbatim’ or ‘full verbatim’, strict verbatim transcripts contain a text representation of everything that can be heard during an audio recording, as well as some things that can be seen if it was a video recording. In contrast with ‘intelligent verbatim’ transcriptions, where false starts, stuttering, repeated words and filler 

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Monday, April 15th, 2024

Top Tips for Online Recordings

Online interviews and discussions are increasingly becoming part of everyday life, and these often need to be transcribed into text. So how can you make sure that you can get the most from your online session and what do you need to take into consideration when doing an online interview or recording? Equipment Make sure 

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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024

The 5 Jobs AI Might Soon Replace (And Those It Won’t)

A recent report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that artificial intelligence will affect up to 60% of jobs in the UK, with an expected 300 million full-time roles expected to be replaced by AI. With this in mind, Joe McGowan – CEO of McGowan Transcriptions – delves into five jobs AI could 

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Thursday, March 14th, 2024

The Importance of Having Accurate Transcriptions

Since a transcription document is essentially a written version of what someone has said, it must be done accurately. Transcription in some industries may allow a little room for error, but others are not so forgiving. For example, in fields like HR, legal, and medical, one tiny mistake could change the context of an entire 

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