Interview Summarization automatically generates clear, structured summaries of interviews within one hour of completion. No more manual notes or long review sessions—Truthworks delivers the key takeaways when you need them most.
What is Interview Summarization?
This feature uses AI to scan full interview transcripts and generate concise, actionable summaries. It captures essential facts, timelines, and quotes—so you can quickly review, report, or follow up without rewatching the full recording.
When to Use It
- Right after completing an interview
- When writing reports or updating a case file
- To prepare for a follow-up interrogation
- When sharing findings with other team members
How It Works
- Conduct the interview
Record the session using a Truthworks-compatible device. - Wait for automatic processing
The system begins summarization as soon as the interview ends. - Receive a summary within 1 hour
You’ll be notified in-app and via email when it’s ready. - Access the summary
Click the in-app notification or email link to open the full summary. - Download a PDF version (optional)
Each summary is available as a password-protected PDF, with the password sent via SMS.
What’s Included in the Summary
- Key events in chronological order
- Statements grouped by topic
- Relevant timestamps
- Notable quotes
- Detected contradictions (linked to video segments)
Smart Tips
- Use summaries to guide your report writing
- Cross-check contradictions with the Event Timeline
- Share summaries securely via the protected PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How fast is the summary generated?
Within one hour of interview completion.
Q: Is the summary editable?
You can’t edit the auto-generated summary, but you can add case notes alongside it.
Q: Who receives the summary?
Only the officer(s) assigned to the case, as defined in the system.
Q: How is the PDF secured?
The summary is password-protected; the password is delivered by SMS for security.
Still have questions?
If your summary wasn’t generated, appears incomplete, or contains errors, please contact our support team through the Help widget in your dashboard.