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Functional Performance Criteria Under Section 508: What ICT Must Meet
When people talk about Section 508 compliance, they often focus on technical standards. But there is another layer that deserves equal attention. Functional Performance Criteria under Section 508 fills the gaps that technical requirements alone cannot cover. They ensure that information and communication technology (ICT) is actually usable by people with a w
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OpenACR: A Modern Approach to Accessibility Conformance Reporting
OpenACR is changing how organizations report accessibility compliance. It is a standardized format for creating Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs). OpenACR was built to make accessibility information easier to manage, review, and compare. Traditional reports often sit in static PDF or Word files. OpenACR stores accessibility data in a structured format
PDF and Document Accessibility: A Complete Guide to Section 508 Compliance
Summary PDF accessibility remains a major challenge for federal agencies. PDFs account for 77% of agencies most-downloaded files. Yet, only 20% meet Section 508 standards. Public-facing documents, including forms, reports, training materials, press releases, and procurement files, must comply. Accessible PDFs require proper tags, headings, reading order, alt
How Section 508 Relates to ADA and WCAG: Key Differences and Connections
If you work in digital accessibility, you must have heard terms like Section 508, The ADA, and WCAG. They come up in conversations about compliance, procurement, and web development. But what do they actually mean together? Understanding how Section 508 relates to ADA and WCAG is essential for anyone building or managing digital content today.… Read More » H
EAA Digital Accessibility Compliance: What the Carrefour Ruling Teaches Every Business
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) became enforceable across all 27 EU member states on 28 June 2025. Any business selling to EU consumers must comply, regardless of where they are based. For years, the EAA was discussed as something coming in the future. Then June 2025 arrived. Within days, enforcement had already begun in France.… Read More » EAA Digital