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What happens when you fall at the first hurdle?
Accessibility audit for a sixth form college I completed a website accessibility audit with a college recently. Like other colleges, they have a certain amount of disabled students attend each year. They needed an audit done because they had been required to by the UK Government’s Digital Service. However, given the fact that they have disabled students and will have in the future, it was also important for them to understand themselves what the... read more »
Which would you rather pay, for the same website accessibility audit?
Legal action has already begun I have been working with a client recently, undertaking an accessibility audit of their website.Unfortunately, they are being sued because their website is not accessible to disabled people. They have brought me in to understand what the problems are and to develop a roadmap to resolving the issues. They will be protected from future claims My audit details the issues with the website and what could be offered as alternatives whilst it... read more »
A different accessibility statement
I love this accessibility statement!I was out walking along this seafront this morning and came across this.It is a set of 8 outdoor tables and seating, in front of a café.This sign is in front of each of the 4 tables in the front row. It reads:“Polite Notice Please prioritise these tables for disabled users”How many times do you see tables like this but fixed benches all around them, leaving no... read more »
Do you just want to tick boxes?
What are you looking for? When it comes to the accessibility of your websites, do you just want to tick boxes? How many boxes do you want to tick?It is not a loaded question, but it is usually one of the first ones that I ask.I get a lot of enquiries from organisations and businesses who want help with... read more »
Website Accessibility Training Day in Chichester 27th Feburary 2023
If you are a web designer and are in West Sussex or Hampshire, this is for you! Website accessibility (for disabled people) is a vital issue that everyone should be aware of but, unfortunately, most people are not.They may have heard the term but not really understand what it means and how it affects them and the visitors to their website.Sadly, in 2022, over 96% of the top 1 million websites failed basic accessibility tests.... read more »
My TEDxTalk on Website Accessibility is now featured on TED.com!
**** UPDATE ****My talk is now live, follow this link to watch it! I am simply thrilled to announce that my TEDxTalk is going to be featured on the main TED Website next week!I am extremely grateful to TED for giving me this amazing opportunity, and I hope the wider reach of TED will get more people thinking about their digital accessibility. It will be published at 4pm GMT on the 21st... read more »
Why Every Industry Should Make Customer Experience a Priority
Customer experience should always be a top priority for businesses in every industry — no matter how big or small. Without it, it’s impossible to convert leads into customers. But even if you win their business, it can still be challenging to retain them in the long run — because a great experience keeps them returning for more.Discover why making the customer experience a priority is crucial for all businesses. 1. It’s More Cost-Effective Businesses read more »
A Quick Guide to Minimalistic Web Design
One design style that never goes out of trend is minimalistic. Simple lines, lack of clutter and subtle hues are pleasing no matter what decade it is. The style also tends to not look dated, giving websites time to upgrade at their own choosing instead of trying to keep up with trends. Minimalism meshes well with other styles. You can add in a few trendy items without your site getting dated.Are you wondering how... read more »
What emotions do you feel when you hear the words “Accessibility Audit?”
What do you feel? Anxiety?Fear?Relief?It is a challenging question. I had never realised just how challenging it could be.Sometimes the drawbridge goes up, defences are erected, and fingers get put into ears.“The website is about to be redesigned anyway”.It is amazing how many times I hear that phrase but, after all, that is the nature of web design is it not? Always evolving, always changing.The problem is that over 96% of the top 1 million... read more »
Where Will Web Design Be 1 Year From Now?
Technology is advancing with each passing day in the 21st century. The internet has become an essential part of our lives. Whether you need to order food, book a flight, or count your steps, the internet is what you reach out for. Web design is an integral element of the internet, which is why its future is considered bright. There have been many advancements in artificial intelligence. Virtual reality has progressed thanks to the efforts of Metaverse. Web design... read more »