Can transcripts be used to generate meeting agendas?
Blog post from AssemblyAI
Meeting transcripts, which are complete written records of everything said during a meeting, can be transformed into structured agendas through AI technology, offering a solution to the common problem of disconnected meeting agendas. These transcripts capture every word and context, preserving information that might be easily forgotten, and are created using speech-to-text technology. By analyzing these transcripts, AI models can identify key topics, track action items, and organize follow-up discussions, effectively writing the next meeting agenda based on the previous meeting's discussions. The process involves accurate transcription, AI analysis of topics, decisions, and action items, and integration with existing meeting tools for seamless workflow. Automated agenda creation not only saves time spent manually preparing agendas but also ensures continuity and accountability between meetings. Challenges such as transcript accuracy, managing information overload, and handling confidential information can be addressed with proper setup and the use of advanced transcription services like AssemblyAI. This technology is particularly beneficial in structured meetings, offering data-driven priorities and improved follow-through, while maintaining security and compliance standards.