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 […]
How Applied Development’s Strategic Consulting Services Can Help Your Organization See the Big Picture
Having good strategies in place is key for any organization. While there is a certain amount of steps you can take without a fully fleshed out plan in place, a quality strategy sets your organization up for success and gives you key performance indicators so you can measure the success of your endeavors. Most business […]
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 […]
Exploring the Importance of Technical Writing in Business Contexts
Technical writing has been an important part of the business world since the time of the Industrial Revolution when more people began using machinery as part of their daily work routines. Today, the importance of technical writing in business contexts cannot be understated. Technical writing is a wide-ranging field, extending from manuals for machinery use […]
2020 Vision: Kimberly Citizen’s Vision for Applied Development
With the first month of 2020 under our belts, we figured it was a good time to talk about our vision for the company this year. CEO Kimberly Citizen detailed her plans in-depth on last week’s episode of Citizen CEO. Setting the Intention Each year for the past few years, Kimberly has chosen a word […]
Why a Mentoring Program is Good for You and Your Employees
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This week on LinkedIn, our CEO Kimberly Citizen shares how and why creating a mentoring program benefits employees and business owners. Kimberly knew she wanted to create a unique corporate culture at Applied Development, where employees feel valued and listened to. Creating a mentoring program allows both employees to feel valued. It also has the […]
Applied Development Ranks on 2019 Inc. 5000 List
Inc. Magazine Unveils Its Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies – the Inc. 5000 Applied Development Ranks No. 1019 on the 2019 Inc. 5000 With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 413% Percent NEW YORK, August 14, 2019 – Baltimore-based Applied Development is No. 1019 on Inc. magazine’s annual Inc. 5000 list. This list of independent […]
Why Applied Development Chooses Baltimore
In 2011, Applied Development opened our doors in Baltimore. Although we knew we would be doing business with the federal government, primarily in the D.C. metro area, we chose an office in Baltimore. Co-founders Kimberly Citizen and Biffrey Braxton knew that Applied Development could grow and succeed here. Today, an advertisement from Live Baltimore will […]
Biffrey Braxton: Committed to Baltimore’s Communities
In his role as Applied Development’s Chief Operating Officer, Biffrey Braxton prides himself on being able to balance his technology-focused background with his human-centered approach to work. Although these may seem like opposing ways of thinking about the world, Biffrey embraces these two ideas not only in work, but in his approach to life, work, […]