Olympus Professional Dictation http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus Olympus Professional Dictation: Revolutionary Voice Systems Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:51:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6.1 ODMS R6 and File Management http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/odms-r6-file-management/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/odms-r6-file-management/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:50:30 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/?p=1601 ODMS R6 allows users to enable and disable file management.

Stanley Freeman, Olympus’ Technical Specialist in Audio, loves sharing hints and tricks about the new Professional Dictation Systems. Here’s September’s:

Have you ever sent a file via email using ODMS R6 that has a long file name when received? For example: 06C71912-F7F8-4f1a-988A-EEB292A95524_STAN0012.dss. This is known as file management. The file is renamed during transmission so that ODMS/R5 can read additional information about the file and import into the Transcription Module. This could include option information such as the voice recognition status etc. Generally if you’re using the Dictation Module and Transcription Module from end-to-end it doesn’t cause an issue. If you would like to disable this feature so that the file is not renamed, simply disable the ‘Send management file’ option in ODMS.

  • Click Tools > Options
  • Select Email/FTP.
  • Select Send & Receive.
  • Select Do not send management file.
  • This will not rename the file as it assumes the dictation is being transferred to a PC without R5/ODMS.
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Case Study: Digital Dictation for Law Enforcement http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/case-study-digital-dictation-law-enforcement/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/case-study-digital-dictation-law-enforcement/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:47:24 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/?p=1599 Most healthcare providers are scrupulous in their dealings with the Medicaid system. Unfortunately, fraud committed by dishonest practitioners still costs American taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

Out to combat this costly problem are the nation’s 50 Medicaid Fraud Control Units. Administered at the state level, MFCUs are tasked with investigating and prosecuting healthcare providers that defraud the Medicaid program, in addition to reviewing complaints of abuse or neglect from nursing home residents.

Digital Dictation for Law EnforcementIt’s a big job – and a major responsibility. Medicaid fraud undermines the very credibility of the program, and MFCUs take their tasks seriously. That means long hours and constant vigilance, as well as countless hours of interviews with suspects, witnesses and victims – all of which must be recorded, organized and filed.

That’s a real challenge. But at least one MFCU has found a solution in Olympus Professional Dictation Systems – an efficient, sustainable way to increase productivity and make the most of taxpayer dollars.

Going digital with Olympus Professional Dictation

Debrah Fosket is the director of Montana’s MFCU, which operates as a section of the state Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation. Until several years ago, Fosket and the rest of her Unit relied on archaic analog devices – namely handheld microcassette recorders – to capture interviews.

There were several drawbacks to the microcassettes. Sound quality suffered, especially as equipment was used over and over. Replacement tapes became difficult to find – and increasingly expensive. And organization suffered as microcassettes became scattered across devices, case files, desks and evidence lockers.

Durable and reliable, the DS-7000 features real-time 256-bit file encryption for maximum security, crystal-clear recording quality, expandable storage capacity (SD/SDHC) and full integration with next-generation Olympus Dictation Management System software.

Today, all those problems are gone. The Montana MFCU has deployed Olympus Professional Dictation Systems across its eight-assignee staff – leveraging the latest in digital recording technology to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

“Our recording methods have evolved as technology has improved,” Fosket said. “Our Olympus recorders – mostly DS-7000s – offer far better sound quality, allow us to work extremely efficiently and hold a lot on the MicroSD card that is used as internal memory. Even better, we don’t have a lot of extraneous microcassettes floating around. All we need to do is download our recordings onto our computers so they can be transcribed, burn them onto CDs and put them in case files. It’s extremely organized.

“The Olympus recorders are workhorses.”

The DS-7000 is the flagship handheld digital recorder in the Olympus Professional Dictation line. Durable and reliable, it features real-time 256-bit file encryption for maximum security, crystal-clear recording quality, expandable storage capacity (SD/SDHC) and full integration with next-generation Olympus Dictation Management System software.

The Montana MFCU has realized numerous fringe benefits from their Olympus Professional Dictation Systems. Most notably, the digital devices are discreet, both in looks and operation. That’s a plus in sensitive interview settings.

“The smaller digital recorders – compared to our old microcassette devices – are definitely less intrusive for subjects who feel self-conscious about being recorded,” Fosket said. “That makes information gathering easier for our investigators.”

Superior sound quality. Simplified workflows. Easy recording. It’s safe to say that Olympus Professional Dictation Systems have been a worthwhile investment for the Montana MFCU – and the taxpayers that fund it.

“They’ve been really good products for us,” Fosket said. “There’s nothing I could quibble with, at all.”

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Getting the most out of the default speaker option for your DS-7000 http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/getting-the-most-out-of-the-default-speaker-option/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/getting-the-most-out-of-the-default-speaker-option/#comments Wed, 14 Aug 2013 16:38:35 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1516 There are several ways to play sound out of your
DS-7000 through your computer.

Stanley Freeman, Olympus’ Technical Specialist in Audio, loves sharing hints and tricks about the new Professional Dictation Systems. Here’s August’s:

There have been a few inquiries concerning an issue with the default speaker when the DS-7000 is connected to the computer. The sound tends to play out of the DS-7000 and not the computer’s speaker, even when the “PC speakers” option is selected in ODMS R6.

Aside from going into the Sound properties of Windows (Control Panel > Sound and Audio) and ensuring that the PC Speaker is set as the “Default Device,” the best way to resolve this issue would be to set the DS-7000 in Storage Mode (Device Menu > USB Class > Storage). This can also be found under the General Device Settings in ODMS. This would completely disable the Speaker function of the DS-7000 and make it recognizable as removable storage. The DS-7000 will still be identified in ODMS R6 and all other functions will work as normal.

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Olympus To Showcase Professional Dictation Systems At 2013 International Legal Technology Association Conference http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/olympus-to-showcase-professional-dictation-systems-at-2013-international-legal-technology-association-conference/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/olympus-to-showcase-professional-dictation-systems-at-2013-international-legal-technology-association-conference/#comments Tue, 06 Aug 2013 14:42:59 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1507 Olympus, the market leader in portable digital voice recorders and professional dictation devices, will be exhibiting at Booth 638 at the 36th Annual International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) Educational Conference August 18 – 22 in Las Vegas. The conference is the premier educational event in legal technology and attracts attendees interested in information management, organization management, applications/desktop and technology operations.

During the conference, Olympus will showcase its DS-7000 and DS-3500 Professional Dictation Systems, workflow software and transcription solutions, the ideal solution for the legal profession.

The DS-7000 slide switch dictation device is designed for professionals who rely on secure, flexible, reliable products as an integral part of their office workflow. It features real-time 256-bit file encryption, a redesigned microphone with an independent housing, enhanced battery life and next-generation Olympus® Dictation Management Systems (ODMS) software. The DS-7000 Professional Dictation System from Olympus sets an industry standard in portable audio recording equipment and digital voice recorders. The DS-7000 has been specifically designed for accurate voice recognition and high voice quality. Dictations can be recorded and transcribed directly by ODMS utilizing the industry leading Dragon NaturallySpeaking software engine or by Background voice recognition feature. They can be also combined with the AS-7000 Transcription Kit to create a complete, end-to-end business solution.

The push-button DS-3500 Professional Dictation System digital voice recorder is designed to dramatically increase efficiency and streamline operations in any professional environment. It’s the perfect blend of premium features and ease of use.

Through the Olympus’ ODMS software, both the DS-7000 and DS-3500 can be implemented seamlessly in legal offices that require the ability to record and transcribe high volume, sensitive data without compromising security or efficiency.

The DS-7000 and DS-3500 audio recorders incorporate many unique and innovative features, including:

  • An improved, speech-optimized microphone featuring independent housing and variable recording modes
  • A durable, precise slide switch (DS-7000) or ergonomic push button controls (DS-3500)
  • Enhanced security, with device password protection and real-time 128- or 256-bit file encryption
  • A 2-inch color LCD (TFT) display
  • Dual memory card slots, with support for SD and microSD up to 32 GB
  • Full integration into professional digital workflows
  • A longer-lasting, rechargeable Li-ion battery

For more information on Olympus’ full line of professional dictation devices, visit http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/.

Journalists interested in more information, review units or high-resolution images of the Olympus Professional Dictation equipment should contact Gwen Hoover at Altitude Marketing, 610-421-8601, gwen@altitudemarketing.com or visit http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//.

ABOUT OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC.
Olympus Imaging America Inc. is a precision technology leader, designing and delivering award-winning products for consumer and professional markets.

Olympus Imaging America Inc. works collaboratively with its customers and its ultimate parent company, Olympus Corporation, to develop breakthrough technologies with revolutionary product design and functionality that enhance people’s lives every day. These include:

Olympus Imaging America Inc. is responsible for sales in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. For more information, visit: www.olympusamerica.com.

*Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. All trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective holder.
©2013 Olympus Imaging America Inc.

 

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ODMS R6.2 now available http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/improvements-available-with-release-of-odms-r6-2/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/improvements-available-with-release-of-odms-r6-2/#comments Thu, 01 Aug 2013 20:54:31 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1497 ODMS R6.2 offers improvements that will help make life a little easier

Stanley Freeman, Olympus’ Technical Specialist in Audio, loves sharing hints and tricks about the new Professional Dictation Systems. Here’s July’s:

ODMS R6 has been improved with the release of R6.2. Some of the improvements you’ll find are:

  • Support for the new RS-32 Hand Controller
  • Increased max time of five minutes on LCD Lighting time parameters for DS-7000/3500
  • Added Background VR reservation function
  • Ability to upgrade from DSS Player R4 directly to ODMS R6.2

To find out what else is new with ODMS R6.2 please contact a dealer.

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Health Network Tries Out DS-3500 for Residency Program Focus Groups http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/health-network-tries-out-ds-3500-for-residency-program-focus-groups/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/health-network-tries-out-ds-3500-for-residency-program-focus-groups/#comments Thu, 25 Jul 2013 15:38:03 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1488 Susan Hansen knows data.

The research associate at Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Department of Family Medicine is a part of the Allentown, Pa.-based health system’s efforts to continuously improve its educational experience for Family Medicine physicians in training.

As one of 14 family medicine residency programs chosen to participate in a national pilot program from 2007 – 2012, LVHN’s Department of Family Medicine research team collected data for five years to track its efforts to improve graduate medical education. The initiative, called Preparing the Personal Physician for Practice (p4), was jointly sponsored by the American Board of Family Medicine and the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors.

LVHN’s family medicine residency program had been conducting focus groups with each resident cohort for years prior to entering the p4 pilot project. The goal of these sessions is twofold: to gather feedback for continuous improvement and to gauge residents’ educational progress at various stages of the program. By modifying a few questions to align with the p4 hypotheses, LVHN was able to use the focus groups as data points for that project as well.

“We ask residents about the main educational concepts, their on-site experiences at the family medicine practice sites, and their relationships with faculty, staff and each other,” Hansen said. “And then we pull that information together to evaluate our program’s methods for preparing residents for a career in family medicine.”

It’s a big job that requires quality data.

“Before p4,” said Hansen, “we used cassette recorders to capture the focus group discussions, but those recordings were good only for transcription purposes because they couldn’t be uploaded into our data analysis software.”

So in 2009, the department upgraded to digital recorders.

After four years of experience using various digital recorders, the residency program researchers had the opportunity to take the Olympus DS-3500 professional dictation device for a spin during two focus group sessions this past spring. Having gathered six to eight residents and two research team members for each session, Hansen conducted the focus groups in a small conference room around one long table. Hansen placed one DS-3500 on either end of the table to ensure no voice or comment would be missed.

It wasn’t. Thanks to the DS-3500’s speech-optimized, independently housed microphone, voices were captured flawlessly.

“One resident spoke very low and soft,” said Hansen, “so that was something I was concerned about – were we going to be able to pick up what she said? It turned out not to be an issue; I was able to decipher everything. [The DS-3500] picked up everything really well, even with a room air conditioner running.”

While Hansen’s team didn’t use the security features of the DS-3500, she said she could appreciate the option of device password protection and DSS Pro real-time 128- and 256-bit file encryption. In addition, Olympus Professional Dictation equipment is compliant with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.

“As a researcher, protecting data is very important to me,” said Hansen. “Because we conducted the groups on-campus and imported information to our system right away, we didn’t need to use the security features.”

Something else that Hansen considered a benefit? The light indicating that the device was operating in recording mode.

“It seems silly, but it was nice to be able to glance at the device during a focus group to make sure it was still recording. Not every recording device has that,” she said.

In addition, Hansen said it was helpful that the DS-3500 was easy to operate. “All I had to do was flip a switch to turn it on, push a button, and check to see that the light was glowing,” she said. With a limited amount of time to get through the list of focus group questions, Hansen appreciated the device’s reliability and quick start up.

The result? Hours of usable data that Hansen and her colleagues will analyze for clues about how to improve the education of LVHN family medicine residents and the care they provide to residents in the Lehigh Valley.

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New York Times Bestselling Author Turns to DS-3500 http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/new-york-times-bestselling-author-turns-to-ds-3500/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/new-york-times-bestselling-author-turns-to-ds-3500/#comments Thu, 20 Jun 2013 16:46:14 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1458 The writing tool New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson can’t live without? The Olympus DS-3500 Professional Dictation System.

Anderson, who has written more than 120 books over the span of his career to date, appreciates the system’s push-button design, takes full advantage of its workflow efficiencies and credits his dictation style of writing with his productivity. The DS-3500’s Olympus Dictation Management Systems Software (ODMS) also allows Anderson to work seamlessly with transcriptionists, who often serve as his first line of editors – they can point out of something he’s written is unclear. And, of course, being a bestselling author, security is of the essence.

The DS-3500 has him covered.

When envisioning a writer’s life, one often draws up visions of the creative working industriously, often exasperatedly, at his or her keyboard, either typing furiously or staring at a blank screen or piece of paper.

Perhaps it’s a time before the advent of the computer, where an author types a few lines before ripping the page from his typewriter, crumpling the sheet and throwing it to a mountain of bad ideas that fell before it next to his desk. Even today, most professional writers are chained to the desk and the keyboard.

But for Kevin J. Anderson, the number-one international bestselling author of more than 120 books, the technique is completely different.

Anderson talks it out. And he’s nowhere near his desk when he does it.

Instead, Anderson, best known for his Dune novels (coauthored with Brian Herbert), his Star Wars and X-Files novels and comics, began dictating his stories nearly 25 years ago and does his best work while hiking the mountains of Colorado where he and his wife, Rebecca Moesta, (also a New York Times bestselling writer) live.

“I consider myself a story-teller,” said Anderson. “I immerse myself in the narrative as if I’m telling the story around a campfire, and the way I write adds color. By being surrounded by great input – waterfalls, bears, rattlesnakes, streams and having all the smells, sounds, sights adds richness that an office doesn’t allow.”

Anderson, like many writers, would have epiphanies about characters, plot twists and narrative details when he least expected them.

“I have my best ideas when walking and mulling about a character or plot and I’d have a brilliant idea,” said Anderson, “but by the time I’d get home, I’d have forgotten it.”

So, in 1990, he began carrying a recorder with him to first take notes for himself. Eventually, dictation became a habit.

“You have to learn how to do it [dictate] and how to use it [the dictation device]. You have to learn how to write with a recorder,” said Anderson, who gives lectures about his technique to aspiring writers across the U.S. “Dictating is actually a lot more straightforward than typing. Consider the steps involved in typing prose at a keyboard: First, you think of the sentence you want to write, think of the words, the letters, and then you have to move your fingers across a randomly arranged keyboard to create the sentence. That takes a lot of time. But when I dictate, I just think of the sentence and it comes out of my mouth.”

Dictating, says Anderson, who uses an Olympus DS-3500 as the main tool in his writer’s toolbox, allows him to write more quickly than some of his peers. He once wrote 830 pages in 47 days and is one of the most productive working writers today.

In fact, Anderson has four books due by the end of January 2014. One is due next month. But he isn’t concerned.

“I’m not at all worried,” said Anderson. “The weather is getting nice outside and I can hike and write all day.”

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Improve and enhance voice recognition functions with ODMS R6 http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/improve-and-enhance-voice-recognition-functions/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/improve-and-enhance-voice-recognition-functions/#comments Thu, 20 Jun 2013 13:25:26 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1429 ODMS enables hand in hand functionality with Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DNS) software

Stanley Freeman, Olympus’ Technical Specialist in Audio, loves sharing hints and tricks about the new Professional Dictation Systems. Here’s June’s:

ODMS R6 has the ability to work hand in hand with the Dragon NaturallySpeaking (DNS) software. A recorded dictation file can be converted to text automatically using voice recognition software. ODMS R6 comes with a collection of voice recognition functions that have been dramatically improved and enhanced. The Dictation Module provides the following functions.

  • Automatic voice recognition of dictation files downloaded from a device. (Background Voice Recognition)
  • Simultaneous voice recognition during direct recording with a microphone. (Real-Time Voice Recognition)
  • Correction of voice recognition results using a special text editor (Voice Recognition Editor)
  • Feedback of voice recognition result corrections to the voice recognition engine for improved recognition accuracy. (Voice Adaption)

These are key features that make good selling points for the ODMS R6 software.

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Olympus® Digital Voice Recorders Receive Highest Designation From Nuance Communications Inc. http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/digital-voice-recorders-recieve-highest-designation-from-nuance-communications-inc/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/digital-voice-recorders-recieve-highest-designation-from-nuance-communications-inc/#comments Thu, 30 May 2013 19:41:40 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1363 Olympus, the market leader in portable digital voice recorders, professional dictation devices and Linear PCM music recorders, has earned the “Nuance Certified” designation and received the highest rating of six dragons for its DS-7000 and DS-3500 Professional Dictation Systems, as well as its DS-2500 digital voice recorder. All the devices passed rigorous tests conducted by Nuance using its Dragon NaturallySpeaking product and meet the highest criteria for performance and quality.

The DS-7000 Professional Dictation System from Olympus sets an industry standard in portable audio recording equipment and digital voice recorders. Proving a seamless workflow with Dragon Naturally Speaking, the DS-7000 has been specifically designed for accurate voice recognition and high voice quality. Dictations can be recorded and transcribed directly by Olympus Dictation Management System (ODMS) software, utilizing the Dragon Engine or by using the Background Voice Recognition feature. The outstanding recording quality offered by the DS-7000 ensures that Voice Recognition is simple and accurate.

The DS-7000 provides an array of professionals who rely on dictation – from lawyers to doctors to law enforcement, among others – with a dependable tool that features real-time 256-bit file encryption, a redesigned, independently housed microphone, slide switch control, enhanced battery life, and a color LCD which ensures the information displayed on-screen is clear and easy to read.

The DS-3500 Professional Dictation System digital voice recorder is designed to dramatically increase efficiency and streamline operations in any professional environment. The push button controlled recorder is the perfect blend of premium features and ease of use.

Through Olympus’ ODMS software, both the DS-7000 and DS-3500 can be implemented seamlessly in a variety of business settings that require the ability to record and transcribe high volume, sensitive data without compromising security or efficiency.

The DS-7000 and DS-3500 audio recorders incorporate many additional unique and innovative features, including:

  • An improved, speech-optimized microphone featuring independent housing and variable recording modes
  • A durable, precise slide switch (DS-7000) or ergonomic push button controls (DS-3500)
  • Enhanced security, with device password protection and real-time 128- or 256-bit file encryption
  • A 2-inch color LCD (TFT) display
  • Dual memory card slots, with support for SD and microSD up to 32 GB
  • Full integration into professional digital workflows
  • A longer-lasting, rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

The DS-2500 digital voice recorder includes many features of Olympus’ professional dictation systems in an accessible, easy-to-use push button recorder and is the ideal solution for any office that relies on accurate, small-scale dictation and transcription, as well as individuals who need professional-level recording capabilities.

The Olympus DS-2500 digital voice recorder features:

  • A compact, professional-quality microphone, with variable recording modes to capture superior audio files in any condition
  • Up to 303 hours of recording time with the included 2 GB SD card (expandable to 32 GB)
  • Intuitive, ergonomic push-button controls
  • Up to 37 hours of recording time on two AAA rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (included), enhanced by innovative Variable Control Voice Actuator recording mode, recording only when sound is detected, ensuring you’re only recording what is needed
  • Backlit LCD screen for consistent viewing, even in bright conditions
  • Simple file management, with five internal folders and easy USB connection to computers running Windows® XP, Windows Vista® and Windows 7, or Mac OS®

For more information on Olympus’ full line of professional dictation devices, visit http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/. For more information on Olympus’ full line of digital recording devices, visit www.olympusamericaaudio.com.

Journalists interested in more information, review units or high-resolution images of the Olympus Professional Dictation equipment should contact Gwen Hoover at Altitude Marketing, 610-421-8601, gwen@altitudemarketing.com or visit http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//. Journalists interested in more information, review units or high-resolution images of any of Olympus’ full line of consumer digital recording devices or digital cameras and accessories should contact Jennifer Colucci, Olympus Imaging America Inc., 484-896-5719, jennifer.colucci@olympus.com.

ABOUT OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC.
Olympus Imaging America Inc. is a precision technology leader, designing and delivering award-winning products for consumer and professional markets.

Olympus Imaging America Inc. works collaboratively with its customers and its ultimate parent company, Olympus Corporation, to develop breakthrough technologies with revolutionary product design and functionality that enhance people’s lives every day. These include:

Olympus Imaging America Inc. is responsible for sales in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. For more information, visit: www.olympusamerica.com.

*Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

* All trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective holder. Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. MAC OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

©2013 Olympus Imaging America Inc.

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Case Study: Digital Recorders for Business http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/digital-recorders-for-business/ http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus/digital-recorders-for-business/#comments Thu, 30 May 2013 16:00:22 +0000 admin http://sandbox.altitudemarketing.com/olympus//?p=1325 Olympus DS-7000Subject
Lancelotta Consulting is a Boston-based consulting company specializing in providing flexible, insightful qualitative market research services to pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

Founded in 2007 by principal Kevin Lancelotta, the firm serves as an adviser and partner to some of the world’s largest life sciences companies, providing guidance information promotional strategies, a better understanding of marketplace development and a jump start on the development of branding, marketing and consumer outreach campaigns.

“To get this level of sound quality from such a small, portable recorder is quite impressive,” Lancelotta said. “You quite literally get pro-level recording capabilities in a sleek, portable device; one that fits in your pocket. This is the rare device that combines portability without sacrificing audio richness and clarity.”

The Challenge: An extreme use case
In the pharma/biotech space, qualitative market research is an extremely work-intensive process. For consultants like Lancelotta, it involves near-constant nationwide and international travel, working on projects comprised of dozens or hundreds of individual interviews. The sheer amount of data collected from individual interviews and focus groups each and every week, month and year is staggering.

Of course, it’s not enough to simply gather that data. To be of use to clients, it must all be organized, transcribed and synthesized, then reported back in an actionable form. That means Lancelotta needed:

  • A feature-rich, durable and portable device capable of recording eight or more hours of interviews each day, while maintaining excellent sound quality.
  • Easy connectivity with laptops or computer.
  • A simple way to organize, route and sort recordings.

The Solution: DS-7000
After exploring several options, Kevin Lancelotta chose to record his interviews and memos using an Olympus DS-7000 digital voice recorder. The DS-7000, part of Olympus’ Professional Dictation line of premium recording devices, easily meets all the needs of the qualitative market researcher – which exceed those of nearly any other businessperson.

The Olympus DS-7000 includes many features that allow Lancelotta to meet even the most complex interviewing and recording challenges, work efficiently and deliver work that thrills his ever-growing roster of clients.

  • All-day recording: Lancelotta’s individual interview and focus group sessions routinely last upwards of eight hours. The DS-7000 is more than capable of keeping up. Its lithium-ion battery allows for up to 21 hours of continuous recording, and recharges every time the recorder is connected to Lancelotta’s laptop or placed in its cradle. Likewise, the DS-7000 includes 2 gigabytes of micro SD internally, while a SD card slot allows for essentially unlimited recording capacity. Even under extreme use, the DS-7000 never quits.
  • Crystal-clear sound quality: Lancelotta never misses a word, thanks to the Olympus DS-7000’s independently housed, speech-optimized microphone and multiple recording modes. The recorder has proven itself both in one-on-one interviews and in focus groups. In extreme cases – huge rooms or conference-style meetings – it can easily be fitted with a secondary external microphone. Olympus’ DSS-Pro recording format allows for rich sound reproduction without creating unreasonably large file sizes.“To get this level of sound quality from such a small, portable recorder is quite impressive,” Lancelotta said. “You quite literally get pro-level recording capabilities in a sleek, portable device; one that fits in your pocket. This is the rare device that combines portability without sacrificing audio richness and clarity.”
  • Intuitive controls: Lancelotta’s specialty is creating an extremely personal feel during his interviews, allowing his subjects to feel at ease. That means he can’t spend his time fiddling with a recorder, trying to get a feature to work. The DS-7000 delivers here, with a simple slide switch activating basic controls (“play,” “record,” “stop”) and three programmable function buttons working just how Lancelotta needs them to work. The red “record” light is as obvious as he needs it to be – ensuring visual confirmation that the recorder is on, while keeping interviewees at ease.
  • Professional appearance: With its full-color LCD screen and durable aluminum housing, recorders can match the aesthetic excellence of the DS-7000 – an important consideration in the corporate environment.
  • Maximum security: As very large companies in a regulated space, Lancelotta’s clients require the utmost discretion. The DS-7000 keeps all interview and focus group recordings completely secure, with PIN locking and real-time 256-bit file encryption. Even if the DS-7000 was lost or stolen, the data it contains would never be compromised.
  • Advanced software: Lancelotta needs only to plug his DS-7000 into his laptop or place it in its cradle to activate his Olympus Dictation Management System (ODMS) software. The fully configurable software suite can automatically download, save and route recordings – making organization easy, even with dozens or hundreds of files. Secure archiving is as easy as a cloud computing account or a redundant backup hard drive.

DS-7000: The right digital recorder for business
Doing qualitative market research is tough. Doing it extremely well – like Lancelotta – is almost impossible. Still, it’s a hugely competitive industry, and any leg up is worth its weight in gold.

For Lancelotta, that’s digital recording with the Olympus DS-7000 – a professional-level digital recorder for business.

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