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Changes are coming in 2025! Did you know how the new EU Directive 2019/882 will affect your websites? Have you heard about new requirements for web accessibility? 💡In 2025, the EU Directive 2019/882 extends requirements to #websites, E-Commerce platforms, and digital products to conform to #WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards💡 Why web accessibility is so important and what does it mean for the industry?  1️⃣ Everyone should have #access to the Internet. It’s an ethical responsibility for organizations. 2️⃣ Every company* that provides its services within the European Union should ensure web accessibility. Organizations must comply with guidelines to avoid legal repercussions and promote inclusivity.  3️⃣ Individuals with disabilities shop online twice as often as the general population. 24% of people with disabilities make digital purchases weekly, which shows the importance of accessibility in the #ecommerce world. Do you want to know more about #webaccessibility and its legal requirements? The link to the entire article is in the comment below!👇 *Your company is excluded if it has fewer than 10 employees and a global turnover of less than 2 million euros. 

For those of us who interact with websites... hello everyone. The way I access a website is different from the way others will access and interact with a website. Folks with limited vision might use a voice screen reader to browse LinkedIn. Someone who has limited hearing might need captions on videos. How do we make sure web apps are accessible? Welcome to web accessibility testing. Louis Tadman and I will be speaking on this topic again in two weeks - covering: 📝 The latest DOJ ruling on #webaccessibility compliance ❗ #WCAG 2.2 standards ✅ How to ensure your organization meets the two-year compliance deadline Register below :)

Ensuring ADA Compliance for a More Inclusive Web Experience – A Case Study on Corporate Care Solutions! At Sigma Infosolutions, we recently partnered with Corporate Care Solutions to conduct an ADA compliance audit and remediation. Through our meticulous process of identifying accessibility barriers and implementing solutions aligned with WCAG standards, their website now offers a seamless and inclusive experience for all users. Key Takeaways: • Improved website accessibility for users with disabilities • Enhanced user experience with keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility • Full ADA & WCAG 2.1 compliance, reducing legal risks If you’re an online business leader or CTO looking to ensure your platform is accessible to all users, let's connect to discuss how we can help! Want to ensure your website meets ADA standards? Learn more about our compliance audit and remediation services here: https://lnkd.in/dnbPkkF6 #ADACompliance #WCAG #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #eCommerce #SigmaInfosolutions

Ensuring ADA Compliance for a More Inclusive Web Experience – A Case Study on Corporate Care Solutions! At Sigma Infosolutions, we recently partnered with Corporate Care Solutions to conduct an ADA compliance audit and remediation. Through our meticulous process of identifying accessibility barriers and implementing solutions aligned with WCAG standards, their website now offers a seamless and inclusive experience for all users. Key Takeaways: • Improved website accessibility for users with disabilities • Enhanced user experience with keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility • Full ADA & WCAG 2.1 compliance, reducing legal risks If you’re an online business leader or CTO looking to ensure your platform is accessible to all users, let's connect to discuss how we can help! Want to ensure your website meets ADA standards? Learn more about our compliance audit and remediation services here: https://lnkd.in/d5nzEXvX #ADACompliance #WCAG #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #eCommerce #SigmaInfosolutions

Did you know you can still share your views on the proposed changes to the NZ Government Web Standards until the 13th of October? Below are some suggestions from the Government Chief Digital Officer (GCDO). Short-term updates (2024): - Align the Web Accessibility Standard with WCAG 2.2. - Update contact information requirements and privacy statements in the Web Usability Standard. - Make content printable on A4 paper and include relevant information (like the web page’s title as specified in the HTML). - Introduce new terms to clarify responsibility for websites. Long-term plans (2025-2026): - Expand the Web Accessibility Standard into a Digital Accessibility Standard to cover all digital content, including mobile apps and desktop software. You can share your feedback by following this link: https://lnkd.in/gE3PzXty If you'd like to learn more about web accessibility, check out our introduction to web accessibility webinar: https://lnkd.in/gQTvjJ_s #WebAccessibility #Accessibility #WCAG

Merchants, you know we are bullish 💪 on WCAG Compliance and Web Accessibility and this is great info to share! Thanks 🙏 to our friends at Accessibility.Works for this super interesting data 📊, sharing their expert POV 📣 and the great work they are doing to raise awareness 👀. "2023 ADA Web Accessibility Lawsuit Statistics Reporting Summary" Of the three reports to expect each year analyzing the previous year’s web-related ADA lawsuits, two are out. UsableNet and Accessibility.com have published, and once Seyfarth publishes, I’ll update this post................ What jumped off the page for me was to see how lawsuits involving “overlays” have jumped from last year. But we’ll get to that. Let’s start with the top line numbers. #seamonsterstudios #ecommercedevelopment #ecommerce #brandstrategy #shopifyplus #shopify #partnerships #wcag #webaccessibility

Ensuring ADA Compliance for a More Inclusive Web Experience – A Case Study on Corporate Care Solutions! At Sigma Infosolutions, we recently partnered with Corporate Care Solutions to conduct an ADA compliance audit and remediation. Through our meticulous process of identifying accessibility barriers and implementing solutions aligned with WCAG standards, their website now offers a seamless and inclusive experience for all users. Key Takeaways: • Improved website accessibility for users with disabilities • Enhanced user experience with keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility • Full ADA & WCAG 2.1 compliance, reducing legal risks If you’re an online business leader or CTO looking to ensure your platform is accessible to all users, let's connect to discuss how we can help! Want to ensure your website meets ADA standards? Learn more about our compliance audit and remediation services here: https://lnkd.in/dBxh7tYh #ADACompliance #WCAG #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #eCommerce #SigmaInfosolutions

Ensuring ADA Compliance for a More Inclusive Web Experience – A Case Study on Corporate Care Solutions! At Sigma Infosolutions, we recently partnered with Corporate Care Solutions to conduct an ADA compliance audit and remediation. Through our meticulous process of identifying accessibility barriers and implementing solutions aligned with WCAG standards, their website now offers a seamless and inclusive experience for all users. Key Takeaways: • Improved website accessibility for users with disabilities • Enhanced user experience with keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility • Full ADA & WCAG 2.1 compliance, reducing legal risks If you’re an online business leader or CTO looking to ensure your platform is accessible to all users, let's connect to discuss how we can help! Want to ensure your website meets ADA standards? Learn more about our compliance audit and remediation services here: https://lnkd.in/g2CHqaJb #ADACompliance #WCAG #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #eCommerce #SigmaInfosolutions

According to a recent study, more than half of web searches, 54.5%, now happen on mobile. It's become crucial to ensure the websites are mobile-friendly for a smoother experience! #Saven #Saventech #MobileSearch #WebAccessibility #MobileFirst #ResponsiveDesign #DigitalExperience #MobileOptimization #SearchTrends #UserExperience #MobileFriendly #WebDesign #DigitalHabits #TechStats #OnlineBehavior #MobileTraffic #TechInsights