MARKHAM, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - Jul 14, 2016) - VIQ Solutions Inc. ("VIQ" or "VIQ Solutions) (TSX VENTURE:VQS) is pleased to announce that Spark & Cannon, VIQ's Australia-based reporting and transcription services and technology distributor, was awarded a new recording and transcription contract with the South Australian Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission and Response Agency ("Nuclear Fuel Agency").
"This is another important win for Spark & Cannon as they transform toward integrated service solutions that encompass both digital capture and transcription," said Sebastien Paré, President and CEO of VIQ Solutions Inc. "The sophisticated capture and management technology combined with Spark & Cannon's transcription expertise provides a complete, unmatched service package for our Australian clients."
The Nuclear Fuel Agency was established to aid the South Australian community in understanding the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission's report on the practical, economic and ethical issues raised by increasing South Australia's participation in the nuclear fuel cycle. The agency selected Spark & Cannon in recognition of their superior level of customer service, flexibility and commitment to provide seamless service.
Spark & Cannon will provide digital audio capture of proceedings. Highly accurate and timely transcription services are also a cornerstone in the agreement with transcripts provided within 24 hours of completed sessions supporting rigorous, open and community led consultations.
"I am delighted the Nuclear Fuel Agency has selected Spark & Cannon to provide capture and transcription services for this important community engagement," said Matthew Fowler, Managing Director of Spark & Cannon. "Spark & Cannon is well established as the leaders in Government Inquiry and Royal Commission transcription services throughout Australia and we look forward to providing quality, timely service to the South Australian Government."
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VIQ Solutions is the leading technology and service platform provider for digital evidence capture and content management. Our secure modular software allows customers to onboard the VIQ platform at any stage of their organization's digitization, from the capture of digital content from video and audio devices through to online collaboration, mobility, data analytics and integration with sensors, facial recognition, speech recognition and case management or patient record systems. VIQ's technology leads the industry in security, meeting the highest international standards for digital/cyber security and privacy, including military and medical regulations.