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Digital accessibility regulations in healthcare are getting stricter. In May, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a new rule under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, outlining specific digital accessibility requirements for federally funded healthcare and social services organizations. Wondering what exactly the rule requires, and how to comply? Get answers in our info sheet: https://hubs.la/Q02PSyMH0 #Section504 #A11y

We’re proud to announce the successful completion of our SOC 2 Type 2 examination for the Level Access Platform! Our customers’ privacy and security are non-negotiable. In the words of our Chief Technology Officer Jennifer Kurtz, “The successful completion of our SOC 2 Type 2 examination demonstrates our commitment to protecting our clients’ data and reinforces our position as a trusted partner in digital accessibility, providing all Level Access Platform clients a critical layer of assurance.” Learn more in the full press release: https://hubs.la/Q02PlX2K0 #SOC2 #InfoSec #A11y

“We stay focused on our KPIs, OKRs, and company mission—but ultimately, we are people. We have to engage with each other as people, we have to appreciate each other as people, and we want to see our teammates succeed as people as well as business partners.” Ian Lowe, our Chief Marketing Officer, discussed how he fosters a strong company culture across a remote marketing team in a recent episode of The Remote CMO podcast from The Global Talent Co. Tune in here: https://hubs.la/Q02N-4Dp0 #Marketing #RemoteWork #Culture

Sustainable digital accessibility is an organization-wide effort. So, what’s your role? Access our info sheet, “Who’s Who in Digital Accessibility Success,” to learn how different functional teams can contribute to an effective, sustainable accessibility program. From designers, to developers, to legal and compliance professionals, we’ve outlined each team’s core responsibilities when it comes to ensuring compliance and advancing online inclusion. Check it out here: https://hubs.la/Q02NQ3Pt0 #A11y #WebAccessibility

“By allowing teams to shift more responsibilities to intelligent systems, advancements in AI have the potential to improve the accuracy of accessibility testing, ultimately paving the way for a more inclusive digital future.” Check out the latest piece in Chief Accessibility Officer Jonathan Avila, CPWA’s informative series on artificial intelligence (AI) and digital accessibility to learn how #AI will transform accessibility testing processes—allowing organizations to more quickly identify and fix issues impacting users.  #A11y 

Four in five professionals we surveyed say their organization tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital accessibility. But how do you know if the metrics you’re reporting on are the most impactful? Gain clarity with our info sheet, “How to Measure Digital Accessibility Success.” This practical resource covers five KPIs organizations can use to gain meaningful insight into their digital accessibility performance, including what they are and why they matter. Access the resource here: https://hubs.la/Q02NphVR0 #WebAccessibility #A11y

What does European Accessibility Act (EAA) compliance mean in practice?  Conforming with the most recent version of WCAG is a good starting point. But there are other requirements organizations should be aware of to stay on track to meet the June 2025 deadline.  Learn more about the steps your organization needs to take to comply with the EAA on our website: https://lnkd.in/gq39nDdw #EAA #WebAccessibility

Many organizations first commit to digital accessibility to mitigate legal risk. But for long-term progress, teams’ focus should expand beyond compliance to positive user impact. So how can #accessibility champions turn digital inclusion from an obligation into something teams proactively prioritize? In our latest blog post, we offer three strategies you can use to shift the mindset about accessibility at your organization: https://hubs.la/Q02MKRGw0 #A11y #WebAccessibility

Last call for participation in our Sixth Annual State of Digital Accessibility Survey! Our annual survey exploring approaches to digital accessibility closes on August 29. Complete this 15-minute, anonymous survey—conducted in partnership with the IAAP - International Association of Accessibility Professionals and G3ict - The Global Initiative for Inclusive ICTs—before then, and contribute to the research for our Sixth Annual State of Digital Accessibility Report: https://hubs.la/Q02MxfJb0 #SODAR #A11y

We’re less than a week away from our upcoming webinar, “How-to: Evaluating Your Vendor’s VPAT® Report,” featuring firsthand perspectives from Stride Learning Solutions. Join us next Tuesday, August 27 at 1 PM ET to learn how to interpret VPAT reports to understand whether your third-party vendors are supporting or jeopardizing your #accessibility and compliance goals. We’ll also shed light on how recent regulatory changes, including the new rule under ADA Title II, should impact your approach to validating digital accessibility in procurement. Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02M9VFz0 #VPAT #A11y #ADACompliance