Reliable AI Data Collection Services to train ML Models
Delivering AI training data (text, image, audio, video) to the world’s leading AI companies
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Fully Managed Data Collection Services
With data being of utmost importance to every organization’s success, it is estimated that on average, AI teams spend 80% of their time preparing data for AI models.
The Shaip team, aided by our proprietary data collection tool (mobile app available for Android and iOS), manages a global workforce of data collectors to gather training data for your AI & ML projects. Our ai tools, streamline the data collection and organization process, enabling seamless integration and collaboration across platforms. Pulling from a wide variety of age groups, demographics, and educational backgrounds, we can help you collect large volumes of machine learning datasets to meet the most demanding AI initiatives. Shaip assists you throughout the data collection journey, emphasizing the importance of streamlined processes in developing, deploying, and managing successful AI projects, so you can focus on results and drive your AI project in one direction FORWARD.
Our Community
We provide AI training data that is collected, annotated, and validated by our active, vetted, and skilled community of AI data specialists, tailored to your specific machine learning project requirements.
Professional Data Collection Solutions
Any subject. Any scenario.
From tracking human interactions, to collecting facial images, to measuring human sentiments — our solution offers crucial machine learning datasets for companies looking to train their ML models. We focus on collecting data points from various sources to improve model accuracy and reusability across different applications. As a leader in data collection services, we help our clients source sizable volumes of high-quality training data across multiple data types to manage complex AI projects with unique scenario setups, as well as complex annotations, essential for comprehensive AI model training.
Whether it is a one-time project or you need data on an ongoing basis, our experienced team of project managers ensures that the whole process runs smoothly.
Types of AI data delivered
Text Datasets For Natural Language Processing
The true value of Shaip cognitive text data collection services is that it gives organizations the key to unlock critical information found deep within unstructured text data. When incoming data arrives in the form of unstructured text, it is analyzed to identify patterns and extract valuable insights for NLP applications. This unstructured data can include physician notes, personal property insurance claims, or banking records. A large amount of text data collection is essential in developing technologies that can understand human language. Our services cover a wide variety of text data collection services to build high-quality NLP datasets.
Text Data Collection Services
Develop natural language processing with the collection of domain-specific multi-lingual text data (Business Card Dataset, Document Dataset, Menu Dataset, Receipt Dataset, Ticket Dataset, Text Messages) to unlock critical information found deep within unstructured data to solve a variety of use cases. Being a Text Data Collection Company, Shaip offers various types of Data Collection and Annotation services. Such as:
Receipt Data Collection
We help you collect various types of invoices like internet invoices, shopping invoices, cab receipts, hotel bills, etc from all across the globe & in languages as required.
Ticket Dataset Collection
We help you source various types of tickets i.e. airline tickets, railway tickets, bus tickets, cruise tickets, etc. from across the globe based on your custom specifications.
EHR Data & Physician Dictation Transcripts
We can offer you off-the-shelf EHR data & Physician Dictation Transcripts from various medical specialties i.e., Radiology, Oncology, Pathology, etc.
Document Dataset Collection
We can help you collect all types of important documents - like driving licenses, credit cards, from different geographies & languages as required to train ML models.
Speech Datasets For Natural Language Processing
Shaip offers end-to-end speech/audio data collection services in over 150+ languages to enable voice-enabled technologies to cater to a diverse set of audiences across the globe. Continuously collecting updated data is crucial to ensure that speech datasets remain relevant and accurate for evolving NLP applications. We can work on projects of any scope and size; from licensing existing off-the-shelf audio datasets, to managing custom audio data collection, to audio transcription and annotation. Existing models can be improved by incorporating new and diverse speech data, ensuring better performance and adaptability. No matter how big is your speech data collection project, we can customize the audio collection services to suit your needs to build high-quality NLP datasets.
Speech Data Collection Services
We are a leader when it comes to speech/audio data collection for training & improving conversational AI & chatbots. We can help you collect data from over 150 languages and dialects, accents, regions, and voice types, then transcribe (with utterances), timestamp, and categorize it. Various types of Speech Data Collection and Annotation Services that we offer:
Monologue Speech Collection
Collect scripted, guided or spontaneous speech dataset from individual speaker. The speaker is selected basis your custom requirement i.e. Age, Gender, Ethnicity, Dialect, Language etc.
Dialogue Speech Collection
Collect guided or spontaneous speech datasets / interaction between a Call Centre Agent & Caller or Caller & Bot based on custom requirement or as specified in the project.
Acoustic Data Collection
We can professionally record studio-quality audio data be it restaurants, offices, or homes or from various environments and languages, through our global network of collaborators.
Natural Language Utterance Collection
Shaip has a rich experience in collecting diverse natural language utterances to train audio-based ML systems with speech samples in 100+ languages & dialects from local and remote speakers.
Image Datasets For Computer Vision
A machine learning (ML) model is as good as its training data; hence we focus on providing you the best image datasets for your ML models. These image datasets are essential for training AI models and machine learning algorithms for computer vision applications, enabling accurate data-driven predictions and real-world deployment. Our image data collection tool will make your computer vision projects work in the real world. Our experts can collect image content for all kinds of specifications and situations as specified by you.
Image Data Collection Services
Add computer vision to your machine learning capabilities by collecting large volumes of image datasets (medical image dataset, invoice image dataset, facial dataset collection, or any custom data set) for a variety of use cases i.e., image classification, image segmentation, facial recognition, etc. Various types of Image Data Collection and Annotation Services that we offer:
Document Dataset Collection
We provide image data sets of various documents i.e., driving license, identity card, credit card, invoice, receipt, menu, passport, etc.
Facial Dataset Collection
We offer a variety of facial image datasets consisting of facial features, & expressions, collected from people from multiple ethnicities, age, gender, etc.
Healthcare Data Collection
We provide medical images i.e., CT Scan, MRI, Ultra Sound, Xray from various medical specialties such as Radiology, Oncology, Pathology, etc.
Hand Gesture Data Collection
We offer image data sets of various hand gestures from people across the globe, from multiple ethnicities, age groups, gender, etc.
Video Datasets For Computer Vision
We help you capture each object in a video frame-by-frame, we then take the object in motion, label it, and make it recognizable by machines. Collecting quality video datasets to train your ML models has always been a stringent and time-consuming process, diversity and the massive quantities required adds to further complexity. We at Shaip offer you the required expertise, knowledge, resources, & scale needed when it comes to video data collection services. Our videos are of the highest quality that is tailored specifically to meet your specific use case, with video datasets designed to train models for specific tasks in computer vision.
Video Data Collection Services
Collect actionable training video datasets like CCTV footages, traffic video, surveillance video, etc. to train machine learning models. Each dataset is customized to meet your exact requirements. With the help of our Video Data Collection Tool, we offer collection and annotation services for various types of data:
Human Posture Video Dataset Collection
We offer video datasets of various human postures like walking, sitting, sleeping, etc. under different lighting conditions & different age groups.
Drones & Aerial Video Dataset Collection
We offer video data with an aerial view using drones for different instances like traffic, stadium, crowd, etc.
CCTV/Surveillance Video Dataset
We can collect surveillance video from security cameras for law enforcement to train and identify a person having criminal background.
Traffic Video Dataset Collection
We can collect traffic data from multiple locations under different lighting conditions and intensity to train your ML models.
Tailored Data Collection Services
On-Site Data Collection Services
Need data collected at your desired location? We offer tailored on-site data collection services, with customized crowd-sourcing solutions that fit your specific requirements.
- Biometric Data Gathering at Location
- Field-Based Speech Data Collection
- On-Site Annotation and Labeling Projects
Crowd-Sourced Data Collection
Looking for diverse, large-scale datasets? Our global crowd-sourcing network provides fast, scalable, and diverse data collection solutions, ideal for projects that require wide-ranging inputs.
- Voice Command and Wake Word Recordings
- Object and Product Image Capture
- Human Activity Video Recording
Device-Specific Data Collection
Need data tailored to your unique technology? We specialize in collecting data from specific devices to ensure accurate and relevant inputs for your AI and machine learning needs.
- Image Capture from Specific Mobile Devices
- Video Data Collection Using Custom Cameras
Environment-Specific Data Collection
Need data from controlled or unique environments? We gather contextually rich datasets from specific settings to meet your specialized requirements.
- Studio-Based Speech Recording
- Voice Data Collection in Noisy Environments
- In-Vehicle Video Data Gathering
Our Industry Expertise
AI data collection services help these industries enhance customer experience by enabling personalized and efficient solutions, such as real-time data processing and AI-powered automation. By leveraging advanced AI data collection, organizations can stay ahead in their respective industries through innovation and improved decision-making. Our humans-in-the-loop data collection services provide high-quality training data for industries such as
Technology
Healthcare
Retail
Automotive
Financial Services
Government
Why choose Shaip over other Data Collection Companies
To effectively deploy your AI initiative, you’ll need large volumes of specialized training datasets. Shaip employs robust management practices to ensure data is organized, stored, and retrieved efficiently for AI and ML projects. Shaip is one of the very few companies in the market that ensures world-class, reliable AI training data at scale complying with regulatory/ GDPR requirements.
Data Collection Capabilities
Create, curate, and collect custom-built datasets (text, speech, image, video) from across the globe based on custom guidelines.
Flexible Global Workforce
Leverage 30,000+ experienced & credentialed contributors. Real-time workforce capacity, efficiency, & progress monitoring.
Quality
Our proprietary platform & skilled workforce use multiple quality control methods to meet or exceed quality standards.
Diverse, Accurate & Fast
Our process streamlines, the collection process through easier task distribution, & data capture directly from the app & web interface.
Data Security
Maintain complete data confidentiality by making privacy our priority. We ensure data formats are policy controlled and preserved.
Domain Specificity
Curated domain-specific data collected from industry-specific sources based on customer data collection guidelines.
Can’t find what you are looking for? New off-the-shelf datasets are being collected across all data types i.e. text, audio, image, and video. Contact us today.
Data Collection Process
The data collection process is a foundational element in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions. It begins with identifying and sourcing relevant data through two primary approaches: custom data collection and existing data sources. Custom collection involves the use of freelancers, crowdsourcing, in-house teams, and field collectors to gather data tailored to specific project requirements. On the other hand, existing data can be obtained from internal databases, external data repositories, social media platforms, and through web scraping of publicly available content. In some cases, organizations may also utilize AI-generated synthetic data to augment and diversify real-world datasets.
A critical aspect of this process is ensuring data accuracy from the outset, as the quality of collected data directly influences the effectiveness of AI models. Once data is gathered, it undergoes data preprocessing—a series of steps that include cleaning, transforming, and organizing raw data. This stage is essential for removing noise, addressing missing values, and standardizing data formats, making the information suitable for analysis by AI algorithms.
Data Collection Tools
The proprietary ShaipCloud data collection tool is designed to streamline the distribution of various tasks to global teams of data collectors. The app interface allows data collection and annotation service providers to easily view their assigned collection tasks, review detailed project guidelines (including samples), and swiftly submit & upload data for approval by project auditors. The app is available on the Web, Android and iOS.
Specialty: Data Catalogs & Licensing
Healthcare/Medical Datasets
Our de-identified clinical datasets include data from 31 different specialties i.e., Cardiology, Radiology, Neurology, etc.
Speech/Audio Datasets
Source high-quality curated speech data in over 60 languages
Computer Vision Dataset
Image and Video datasets to accelerate ML development.
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Empowering teams to build world-leading AI products.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is AI data collection, and why is it important?
AI data collection is the process of gathering large volumes of relevant, high-quality data (text, images, audio, video) to train machine learning models. It is essential because AI systems rely on diverse and accurate datasets to learn patterns, improve decision-making, and deliver accurate predictions.
2. How do you ensure the quality of collected data?
At Shaip, we ensure data quality by: 1. Using skilled, vetted contributors. 2. Employing proprietary platforms for data validation. 3. Applying multiple quality control checks. 4. Annotating and cleaning data to meet industry standards.
3. Is the collected data secure and compliant with regulations?
Yes, Shaip prioritizes data security and ensures compliance with global regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and other privacy standards. Data is anonymized and handled with strict confidentiality.
4. What is Data Bias in Machine Learning?
Shaip addresses data bias by sourcing diverse datasets, considering factors like demographics, geography, and language. We work to eliminate bias to ensure models are fair and unbiased.
5. Can I request customized datasets?
Absolutely! Shaip offers tailored data collection services based on your unique project requirements. From specific demographics to environmental conditions, we customize datasets to match your needs.
6. What if I need real-time or on-site data collection?
We provide on-site data collection services and real-time solutions, including biometric data gathering, field-based speech data, and custom environment-specific datasets.
7. How much does AI data collection cost?
Costs vary depending on factors like data type, volume, complexity, and customization. Contact us to get a detailed quote tailored to your project requirements.
8. Why should I outsource AI data collection?
Outsourcing to experts like Shaip saves time, ensures high-quality data, and gives access to diverse datasets collected securely and efficiently.
9. What tools do you use for data collection?
We use the proprietary ShaipCloud platform, which simplifies task management, annotation, and quality control. Our platform is accessible via web, Android, and iOS.
10. How long does it take to collect the required data?
The timeline depends on the project scope, data type, and customization. Our experienced team ensures timely delivery while maintaining quality.
11. Do you offer crowd-sourced data collection?
Yes, we utilize our global network of 30,000+ contributors to crowdsource large-scale, diverse datasets quickly and efficiently.
12. Can you annotate the data you collect?
Yes, Shaip provides end-to-end services, including annotation and labeling, to prepare data for machine learning models.
13. What languages do you support for speech data collection?
We support data collection in over 150+ languages and dialects, including Hindi, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, English, French, and more.