Accessibility Consulting

We’re committed to making digital experiences accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. By adhering to the latest accessibility standards and leveraging our expertise in computer science, human factors engineering, and cognitive science, we offer a comprehensive suite of accessibility consulting services aimed at ensuring your digital products are inclusive and usable by all.

 

Accessibility Audits:

We conduct thorough accessibility audits to evaluate your digital products against standards like the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Our audits identify accessibility barriers and provide actionable recommendations to ensure compliance and inclusivity.

 

Assistive Technology Testing:

Our team tests your digital interfaces using various assistive technologies, such as screen readers, magnifiers, and alternative input devices. This hands-on approach helps us identify and address specific issues faced by users with disabilities.

 

Accessibility Workshops and Training:

We offer workshops and training sessions to educate your team on accessibility best practices. These sessions cover topics such as designing for inclusivity, implementing accessible code, and maintaining accessibility throughout the development lifecycle.

 

User Testing with Diverse Participants:

We involve users with diverse abilities in our usability testing processes. By observing how real users interact with your product, we gain valuable insights into the accessibility challenges they face and the improvements needed.

 

Accessible Design Consulting:

Our experts provide consulting on designing accessible interfaces from the ground up. This includes guidance on colour contrast, font choices, navigation structure, and interactive elements to ensure all users can easily access and navigate your product.

 

Accessibility Strategy Development:

We work with you to develop a comprehensive accessibility strategy that aligns with your business goals. This strategy includes setting accessibility objectives, defining metrics for success, and creating a roadmap for achieving and maintaining accessibility.

 

Prototyping and Iteration:

We create accessible prototypes and iteratively test them with users to refine and enhance their usability. This process ensures that accessibility considerations are integrated into every stage of design and development.

 

Accessibility Documentation:

We produce detailed documentation, including accessibility statements and VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) reports, to communicate your product's accessibility features and compliance status to stakeholders and users.

 

Continuous Improvement Programs:

We establish programs for continuous accessibility improvement, including regular audits, user feedback loops, and updates to keep your product aligned with evolving standards and user needs.

Deliverables

 

Accessibility Audit Reports: Comprehensive documents detailing findings from our accessibility audits, including identified issues and recommendations for improvement.

Assistive Technology Test Results: Summaries of how your product performs with various assistive technologies and suggestions for enhancements.

Training Materials: Customised training resources and materials to support your team's learning and implementation of accessibility best practices.

User Testing Reports: Insights and data from testing sessions with users with disabilities, highlighting key accessibility challenges and solutions.

Accessibility Strategy Plan: A tailored plan outlining your accessibility objectives, strategies, and implementation roadmap.

By integrating these accessibility consulting services into our HCID practice, we help clients transition from surviving to thriving in a competitive digital landscape. Our services transform confused interactions into conversions by ensuring that digital products are not only compliant but also user-friendly and inclusive. We are dedicated to designing and optimising digital experiences that cater to the widest possible audience, making technology accessible and enjoyable for everyone.