The Terms and Impact of Digital Technology on People with Disabilities
Digital technology has, without a doubt, made our lives more convenient. With a few clicks of a mouse or a couple of taps on a mobile device, we can deposit…
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How accessibility and business can work hand-in-hand for better results across the board.
Digital technology has, without a doubt, made our lives more convenient. With a few clicks of a mouse or a couple of taps on a mobile device, we can deposit…
July 7, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
This is the first post in an introductory series on UX and accessibility strategy. Universal design is an inclusive design framework used to create barrier-free designs that are navigable and…
July 1, 2020 | Business, User Experience (UX)
Whatever you want to call it – “website compliance,” “web compliance,” “ADA compliant website” – it all comes down the same thing: conforming to web accessibility standards. Web accessibility standards…
June 24, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
Mark Wafer understands better than most the benefits of employing individuals with disabilities. The owner of six Tim Hortons restaurants in Canada for over 20 years, he has prioritized an…
June 23, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are the accessibility standards set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), an international group whose mission is to ensure universal equal access…
June 1, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
A website accessibility checklist is a helpful resource for creating an inclusive digital experience. An inclusive experience is essential because no one deserves to be excluded from the convenience and…
May 25, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
At its core, a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT™) is a template created by the US Federal government used to assess how well digital content conforms to Section 508 requirements….
April 29, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
Updated 12/1/2022 If you’re searching for the meaning behind the term “WCAG compliance,” you’re in luck – you’ve come to the right place to learn all about it and why…
April 17, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
Many of our clients ask us if we can give them an “ADA certification” or a “WCAG certification” to prove that their digital content is accessible. While we would love…
April 13, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
What is Mobile Accessibility Testing? Mobile accessibility testing is the process ensuring that your mobile app or website is usable by all people, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities….
April 7, 2020 | Business
Updated 2/13/2024 Accessibility is a key component of website and digital product development. However, there are many websites and digital assets today that do not meet recommended accessibility standards. To…
April 3, 2020 | Business
A portable document format, better known as a PDF, is a file format that can be shared without being easily modified. It can also be opened and reviewed on most…
March 31, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
The Importance of Accessibility and Usability in Healthcare Self-Service Kiosks Updated 9/8/2023 More than ever, healthcare kiosks are an essential tool for serving patients. Self-service devices have become standard in…
March 30, 2020 | Business, Kiosk, World of Accessibility
As COVID-19 (the coronavirus) continues to impact the global community, we know it is important to provide customers, prospects, and partners with a transparent update on how we are responding…
Updated 11/7/2023 Many companies understand that digital accessibility is essential to reach more customers and meet legal guidelines, yet still have questions about how to make digital assets compliant. That’s…
March 23, 2020 | Accessibility Strategy, Business
We live in a world of technology where the blind can snowboard and the deaf can “hear” music. Where a kid who can only move his thumb is at the…
March 20, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
Updated 3/13/2024 To ensure a positive digital experience for everyone visiting your website, the people contributing to the website (like content creators, developers, designers, etc.) will need to be informed…
February 6, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility
When it comes to conducting accessibility testing for websites, a combination of automated and manual accessibility testing will give you the most comprehensive results. However, automated accessibility testing has the…
February 5, 2020 | Business, World of Accessibility