Digital accessibility: Act now and prepare for the future

Many companies underestimate the importance of digital accessibility, even though it is crucial for an inclusive digital presence. Complex websites and applications that are not accessible make access difficult for millions of users and jeopardize compliance with legal requirements such as the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

The EAA requires companies in the EU to make digital products and services accessible. Swiss companies are also required to do so if they offer products or services in the EU. E-commerce platforms, news websites, banks, tourism services, and telecommunications providers are particularly affected. Violations can lead to warnings and other mandatory measures.

Our solution: Using accessibility as an opportunity

We support companies in making their digital offerings accessible and future-proof:

• Information on compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards at Level AA – the internationally recognized minimum standard for digital accessibility
• Practical solutions for accessible products
• Optimization for SEO and improved user experience

Duration: 30 minutes

Speaker: Claudia Friedrich
Through her background as a print designer, Claudia has developed a special eye for typography and design. She has been implementing design projects for over 15 years – for the past six years, focusing on digital solutions as a front-end developer. In between, she worked for several years as a project manager, which helped her maintain a clear overview and think interdisciplinary. Claudia enjoys well-thought-out, technical solutions that simplify everyday life. For her, accessibility is not an added value, but a quality feature.

Speaker: Karin Schmidiger
Karin brings 16 years of experience in IT – as a requirements engineer, business analyst, and project manager. For seven years, as a process manager, she supported line managers in analyzing and optimizing their business processes. In her diverse roles, she always worked closely with line managers and experts. In the area of ​​accessibility, Karin has in-depth knowledge of the specific requirements for content and published documents. For them, accessibility is not an additional service, but the basis for including both customers and employees fairly and equally.