National Website Accessibility Consulting Services
With the recent explosion of litigation for websites that present barriers to access, it is becoming more important every day for organizations to conduct a deep dive audit on their website to ensure Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 compliance Once that audit is complete, working with quality website accessibility consulting services is […]
4 Things to Know About Communication Through Sign Language
Nearly half a million people use American Sign Language (ASL) every day to communicate. This visual language was not created by a committee but evolved naturally, just as other languages do. Communication through sign language is critical for individuals in the Deaf community who may not have other ways to easily communicate. When working with […]
508 Compliance Standards for Government Technology
Government websites are not exempt from meeting Section 508 standards for website accessibility. In fact, it is even more essential for these organizations to provide accessibility since the nature of the information they provide is often of the utmost importance. Agencies that do not adhere to Section 508 compliance standards for government websites may be […]
Testing 508 Compliance for Your Website
For government agencies as well as government contractors, 508 compliance of your website is critical. Websites need to be easily accessible for people with disabilities, both physical and cognitive. When building websites, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 compliance requires a strong focus on building accessibility from the website inception. If you already […]
3 Graphic Design Trends that Improve Website Accessibility
Accessible website design is critical for any organization, but especially for government agencies and government contractors since accessibility falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One thing that organizations worry about when creating an accessible website is sacrificing aesthetics. The good news is that a lot of current graphic design trends not only allow […]
Six Ways to Make Your Website More Accessible
A 2019 report from Hootsuite and We Are Social found that people are currently spending an average of over six hours online every day. Some are spending even more time online than that between work and other extracurricular activities that are now virtual due to COVID. Many people take for granted how easy it is […]
504/508 Compliance in the Time of COVID-19
There is no question that COVID-19 has changed the way that we work and interact. Many employees are spending more time working at home or in offices with fewer colleagues than before, including federal agency workers. For those with diversabilities (diverse abilities), this can present challenges that these agencies have not had to prepare for […]
Creating an Accessible Conference Room Space
Did you know that Americans spend an average of five hours per week sitting in meetings? In fact, nearly 11 million meetings happen in the U.S. every single day. While most of those meetings are happening virtually right now, many people will eventually be going back to working in office settings. Creating conference rooms that […]