Async vs. real-time transcription for meeting notes: when to choose each approach

The text provides an analysis of the differences between asynchronous (async) and real-time transcription for meeting notes, focusing on factors like accuracy, latency, and infrastructure. Asynchronous transcription processes the full audio context post-meeting, offering higher accuracy and simpler infrastructure, making it suitable for post-meeting summaries, action item extraction, and compliance recording. In contrast, real-time transcription delivers low-latency audio streaming for live feedback but carries an accuracy penalty due to limited future context. Real-time is preferred for live agent assistance or accessibility captions where immediate feedback is essential. The text emphasizes that the choice between async and real-time transcription affects infrastructure complexity, cost models, and word error rate in production. It also highlights the importance of understanding data privacy policies and cost implications when selecting transcription services, using Gladia's offerings as a reference point for scalable and reliable transcription solutions.

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