Quality Assurance, Technology January 04 2021
Earlier this year, Siteimprove announced an upcoming free update for all customers, which includes some major upgrades to its website accessibility platform within its site governance tool. The new accessibility module was developed to make building and maintaining fully accessible websites easier and more fool-proof than ever. Here’s what you need to know.
posted by ZAG Interactive
Quality Assurance, Technology October 21 2020
WCAG 2.2 is still in draft form but there have been several updates to it since the spring when it originally was published. Review additional criteria that were added to this draft so that you can see what may become the new standard when it officially rolls out.
posted by Dan Seagull
Quality Assurance August 04 2020
If you've heard of a VPAT but not sure what it is, learn why a business or institution might need to complete a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template, explore the types of VPATs, and how a VPAT differs from a full accessibility audit.
posted by ZAG Interactive
Design, Quality Assurance June 12 2020
Every day marketers adapt print materials for the web by simply creating a PDF of them or placing them as an image on a page. This practice must stop. Why? Because doing so creates a host of issues regarding mobile responsiveness, ADA conformance, SEO and user experience. Learn why you need to rethink how you approach print materials on your website.
posted by Dan Seagull
Design, Quality Assurance, Technology June 11 2020
The design and development of all websites should be heavily focused on usability and inclusiveness. That's why site managers need to understand website ADA conformance guidelines so that plans for designing, redesigning or managing a site can be reflective of these guidelines. Review this handy website ADA conformance infographic.
posted by Carley Gritzuk
Quality Assurance, Technology May 27 2020
While Level AA is the gold standard for website ADA conformance, it is important to understand what each level (A, AA, AAA) implies so you can plan your business' website conformance plan. Use this handy comparison chart of specific WCAG 2.1 guidelines when planning or maintaining your conformant site.
posted by Dan Seagull
CMS, Design, Marketing, Projects, Quality Assurance, Strategy, Technology May 13 2020
Your online presence is more important now than ever. Whether your website is the lifeblood of your organization or one spoke in the wheel, it’s vital to your success and should work hard to support your business and user goals. Explore the common phases of a successful website redesign so you can prepare, set expectations and avoid common pitfalls.
posted by ZAG Interactive