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AAAtraq at CAJPA 2024: Launching ADA Compliance Solutions

Oct 08 2024

A great opportunity to connect with pools and unveil new digital compliance tools.

We had a fantastic time at CAJPA 2024 in South Lake Tahoe, where we connected with many AAAtraq pools and welcomed new faces to the conversation about digital accessibility.

Join the Lunch & Learn Session to Get Ready for the European Accessibility Act (EAA)

Oct 03 2024

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is a vital directive from the European Parliament and the Council of the EU, aimed at improving accessibility to products and services across the EU for people with disabilities. With the EAA deadline approaching, publishers need to be prepared. To help navigate these changes, join Data Conversion Laboratory’s (DCL) Lunch & Learn session on October 9 with industry experts Mark Gross and Bill Kasdorf.

The Perfect Storm: Pools “easy targets” due to $Billion ADA Compliance Exposure?

Sep 09 2024

For the first time in U.S. history, there are now formal standards for digital accessibility that must be met by all public entities. With 96% of content failing basics, pools are “the easy win” cash cows’ lawyers will soon have their sights on?

Join Us at CAJPA 2024

Sep 03 2024

AAAtraq announces participation at this year's CAJPA (California Association of Joint Powers Authorities) conference in South Lake Tahoe, from September 10-13, 2024 Addressing the Growing ADA Compliance Risks

Midyear 2024 ADA Digital Accessibility Update

Aug 23 2024

As we reach a little over the midpoint of 2024, the surge in ADA digital accessibility lawsuits shows no signs of slowing down. Whether it's a website, mobile app, or video content, companies of all sizes are finding themselves vulnerable to litigation if they fall short of compliance standards.

Revolutionizing Digital Accessibility: How AI is Transforming Website Management

Aug 19 2024

Artificial intelligence is reshaping digital accessibility by making websites smarter and more inclusive. With over half of government sites failing to meet accessibility standards, AI offers a game-changing solution to ensure that everyone can access digital services effortlessly.

Grants / Funding: Ensuring ADA Compliance

Jul 31 2024

Grants are available at various levels, including federal, state, and local governments, and they aim to address a range of disability issues, including those in the digital space - an introduction to available resources.

Schools, ensuring ADA Compliance: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Jul 25 2024

The question is, will public entities leave their homework until the last minute? Some are working under the mistaken belief that the government will show leniency towards educational institutions. This is a dangerous and entirely unverified assumption.

Responsibility for compliance (ADA) vs marketed claims.

Jul 11 2024

L'Oréal, a global beauty giant, has faced several lawsuits in the past regarding issues with accessibility compliance. L'Oréal has been sued for allegedly failing to make its websites accessible to visually impaired users and therefore failing to meet the standards set by the ADA.....

New ADA Rule Effective June 24: Ensuring Accessible Content for All

Jul 01 2024

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has updated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This mandates that all public entities ensure their digital content is accessible.

The surprising impact of accessibility on engagement

Jun 17 2024

The surprising impact of website and app accessibility on reach and engagement / GUEST BLOG Dan Drury

The importance of having your the Equity Performance Certificate™

Jun 11 2024

Dan Drury Introducing the Equity Performance Certificate™ ahead of the EACD 2024 Annual conference, May 27-28 / Brussels

CEOs Talk the Talk, but do they Walk the Walk?

May 22 2024

New Survey Exposes DE&I Failures and AAAtraq Unveils the Game-Changing Equity Performance SCORECARD

Navigating the New ADA Rule: Implications for Accessibility in Education

May 16 2024

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued an unprecedented final ruling on Title II of the ADA, mandating website accessibility as a legal requirement for public entities. This ruling marks a significant advancement in ensuring equal access to government services preventing discrimination.

Webinar - Digital Accessibility / The Viscardi Center

May 08 2024

Webinar - Digital Accessibility Shouldn’t be a Thousand-Piece Puzzle! - Still time to register! May 16th, 2024, 13:00 – 14:00 (Eastern (EDT) Time Zone)

Ensuring Relevance: The Imperative for CMS Vendors to Integrate Compliance Tools

Apr 30 2024

As businesses demand faster content publishing and compliance with stringent legal standards, the need for seamless integration of tools like Sitemorse within CMS platforms has never been more critical.

Final Ruling on ADA Title II - DoJ Mandates Website Accessibility

Apr 26 2024

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued their final ruling on Title II of the ADA, mandating website accessibility as a legal requirement for public entities.

CA Bill 1757 / Accessibility Impact

Mar 26 2024

California Assembly Bill 1757: The Potential Impact on Website Accessibility

Navigating the European Accessibility Act

Mar 12 2024

Navigating Compliance with the European Accessibility Act: Strategies, Pitfalls and Benefits

Webinar // Tridion and Accessibility

Feb 24 2024

Tridion Sites - The Roadmap for your future Digital Experiences, 2024 trends like Accessibility, Website Performance, and AI

Testing mobile apps, a service to try

Feb 07 2024

Service that may be worth a look, check your apps accessibility (ADA) compliance - 'Abra Desktop' as it is now available in Beta.

Navigating Vendor Accountability

Dec 15 2023

Ensure Your Developer Takes Responsibility or Risk Accountability Yourself.

Steps to Stars Walkthrough of the AAAtraq System

Nov 29 2023

New videos online - offering additional help and support at each stage of AAAtraq Continuous Protection compliance journey.

Is Content Management one of the route causes of accessibility failure?

Oct 24 2023

What is compliance?
How content management leads to most websites failing to meet accessibility standards.