Accessibility: Delivering the Message on Facebook
Many companies utilize Facebook (FB) as a marketing tool. Recently FB changed its algorithms. This has become frustrating for businesses who utilize FB as a deliverable platform. The algorithms have caused decreased visibility when posting business advertisements or responding to customer inquiries.
Accessibility: What is a PDF and How is it Used?
What is a PDF? A PDF, (Portable Document File) is a type of file that is self-contained. Meaning that it will look the same on a computer screen or printed on paper. The PDF format is very helpful when making documents accessible, because it is highly compressed, yet readable no […]
Accessibility: Regulations and the Withdrawal of Proposed Rules
Regulations and the Withdrawal of Proposed Rules Recently, there has been much discussion among the disability community about the withdrawal of proposed rules by the Department of Justice (DOJ) on the A.D.A. Two of the four proposed withdrawals may have a significant impact on disabled individuals and particularly those that […]
Accessibility: Choosing a Vendor
Choosing a Vendor: Many companies are starting to realize that promoting 508 compliances within their organizations is advantageous for business communications. It allows reaching a larger audience AND avoids potential legal complications. Selecting a vendor is a critical step. Here are a few helpful suggestions for a starting point. Deciding […]
Accessibility: Net Neutrality
Net neutrality has recently been a popular topic of conversation within the disability community. But what is it, and what does it mean for the disability community? By definition, net neutrality, or open Internet, is a principle that Internet service providers (ISPs) should give companies/individuals access to all legal content […]
Accessibility & Communication
If you have read some of my posts I appreciate it. Generally, I write about technological aspects of 508 compliance; tagging, captioning, new developments, etc. the idea occurred to me that while technology is important, communication is imperative.
Accessibility & Assistive Technology: One Marines Story-The Human Connection
Normally, I write about technical aspects and various applications of assistive technology, and the positive effects on the business and disability community. Since I want to give a complete detail of those effects, I would be remiss if I didn’t include how assistive technology impacts the humans who use it […]
Accessibility: Is Your Business Leaving Money on the Table?
Accessibility & Technology – Every Industry Making products and various services accessible for assistive readers, and providing greater keyboard control are two major aspects of providing accessibility within electronic communications (i.e. Web sites, e-mails). It is becoming more important to the retail industry and other types of businesses to provide […]
Accessibility – Top Ten Automation Errors
Frequently, when discussing accessibility issues with business owners and others, the topic of 508 “automation” comes up. While some automation programs are very good and cover a lot of key points and information, keep in mind these types of programs cannot replicate end users experience precisely, and it is wise […]