In 2024, digital accessibility is no longer just an option, it’s a necessity. Accessibility isn’t a trend or a ‘nice to have feature’. The digital world is pivotal in society and organisations have an ethical duty and a legal requirement to make their platforms accessible.
With the end of year swiftly approaching, the HeX team are starting to wrap up their 2023 project work. Before we do so, we take a look back over some of the exciting tasks that we’ve accomplished throughout the year.
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Online shopping has never been so popular and has become an essential part of our everyday lives. With billions of people now choosing to buy items online, the need for businesses to prioritise digital accessibility is paramount.
Last month, a series of new additions were announced to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This blog explores what you need to implement to remain compliant with web standards under WCAG version 2.2.
If your web pages aren’t structured in a certain way, it can cause accessibility barriers for those with ADHD. This may mean that they won’t stay on your site for very long and may not return.
The most effective ways to help improve accessibility for users with sight loss, starts with considering the point of view of a disabled user and implementing inclusive design on your site.
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Today, there are almost 11 million people aged 65 and over, that’s 19% of the total population and this figure is set to rapidly increase over the next few years. Though many older people are confident in using digital technology, there may be others that need a helping hand in accessing the vital information and services that the internet can offer.
