The phenomenon of outsourced medical transcription has reached unprecedented levels but still the average person does not fully comprehend its advantages. Why? The simple answer to this question lies in the heading.  We talk six to eight times faster than even a trained touch typist can type.  So why waste time typing when you can dictate?  Who? Who does the medical typing in your practice?  The answer here is probably a range of people; PA, clinician, receptionist or even a family member.  And then second to this is that some days are busier than o ..read more

It is fair to say that arbitrators have started to move with the times and are adapting and embracing different ways of working.  This includes outsourcing work to businesses that support them. When you think of outsourcing work, we often only think about the savings that will be achieved by getting the work done at a lower cost.  However, most firms overlook the fact they benefit from a wealth of other factors. So, what are the benefits of outsourcing dictation for arbitrators? 1. Helps You Increase Productivity Why is Dictation More Efficient than Typing? The simple ..read more

Market research is a vital process for any business that wants to understand its customers, competitors, and market trends. One of the most popular and powerful methods of market research is conducting focus groups. What is a focus group? A focus group is a group interview. It can take place in person or online. In a focus group, people are asked questions or given scenarios and asked for their opinions about a product or service. Their replies provide businesses with more in-depth information than questionnaires. The size of the group is important. If the group is too small, not eno ..read more

Market research interviews are a valuable method to collect data and insights from your target audience, customers, or stakeholders. They can help you understand their needs, preferences, opinions, and behaviors, and inform your business decisions and strategies. Market researchers need market research interview transcription services to transcribe their interviews. What is Market Research Interview Transcription? Market research interview transcription is the process of converting the spoken words of an interview into written text. This is used by market researchers to transcribe their interv ..read more

Many businesses today are looking for ways to reduce their operational costs and improve their efficiency. One of the areas that can offer significant savings is the secretarial or typing function. Benefits of Outsourcing Transcription By outsourcing these tasks to a professional transcription company, you can enjoy many benefits, such as: 1. Helps You Increase Productivity Dictating a document is more cost-effective than typing a document yourself.   Why is Dictation More Efficient than Typing? It is more efficient for the simple fact that we can all speak considerably fas ..read more

Great content is about getting noticed and to get noticed you need to communicate and grab your audience’s attention. Ultimately, communication is the key to success in any business. Whether you are selling a product, a service or an idea, you need to communicate clearly and persuasively with your potential customers. However, if you’ve ever tried to explain a meme to your grandparent – or if you’re the puzzled grandparent – you know how big the cultural divide among generations can be. And while all-caps ‘yelling’, misunderstood emojis and other crossed wires are harmless in a family group t ..read more

Automated speech recognition (ASR) is a technology that can convert spoken words into text. However, automated speech recognition poses significant risks for the privacy and security of the data it processes. Especially, when it involves confidential or sensitive information. Data Breaches by Major Tech Companies In recent years, several major tech companies have faced public backlash and legal consequences for violating the privacy of their users through their automated speech recognition services. It was reported by The Guardian that “Google workers can listen to what is said on it ..read more

Here at OutSec, we are often asked: how can I achieve better transcripts from my PA, my secretary or my outsourced typist. So here are our top tips for better dictation: 1. Silence is Golden Background noises can make transcribing digital dictations difficult.  This is just a fact. So it is useful to ensure you have the right environment to record your dictations.  Just like podcasters or musicians optimise their recording environment, the same should apply when you are dictating for your typist.  However, we do understand that this may not be possible either ..read more

If you want to reach more people online, you need to know how to write for the web. Writing for the web is not the same as writing for print or academic purposes. You need to consider how search engines and users will find, read, and interact with your content. This is where SEO and communication come in. SEO is the process of improving your website and its content to rank higher on search engines like Google and Bing. Communication is the process of conveying your message and engaging your audience effectively. Both SEO and communication are essential for writing for the web, and they are clo ..read more

Working from home can be a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, you have more flexibility and comfort. One core element of many of the apparent benefits of remote working is increased autonomy, from a worker’s perspective. When people feel they have more control over their lives and situation, they’re invariably happier, less stressed and more productive. On the other hand, you may face more distractions, isolation, and stress. According to Sky News, there has been a “‘Rise in staff working from home’ as cost of living bites”. So how can you make the most of your remote work experience wit ..read more