Ithy - Unlocking Digital Inclusion: Comprehensive Accessibility Audit Services

Key Service Highlights

Expert Evaluation: Comprehensive audits conducted by certified accessibility professionals including individuals with disabilities
Complete Testing Methodology: Combination of automated scanning, manual testing, and assistive technology evaluation for thorough assessment
Actionable Solutions: Detailed reports with prioritized recommendations, remediation steps, and implementation support

Our Accessibility Audit Approach

Our accessibility audit services provide a systematic evaluation of your digital platforms to identify and eliminate barriers that prevent users with disabilities from fully accessing and interacting with your content. We examine websites, mobile applications, documents, and other digital assets through a comprehensive testing methodology designed to ensure compliance with recognized accessibility standards.

Why Accessibility Matters

Digital accessibility is not just a legal requirement but also a business imperative. By making your digital properties accessible, you demonstrate commitment to inclusivity, expand your potential audience, enhance user experience for everyone, and mitigate legal risks associated with non-compliance.

Our Comprehensive Testing Methodology

We employ a multi-faceted testing approach to ensure thorough evaluation of your digital assets:

Automated Testing

Using industry-leading tools, we perform automated scans to identify common accessibility issues and establish a baseline for further investigation. While automated testing can efficiently detect certain technical violations, it typically only identifies about 30% of accessibility issues.

Manual Expert Review

Our certified accessibility professionals conduct hands-on evaluations to identify issues that automated tools cannot detect. These include complex navigation problems, contextual relevance of alternative text, logical reading order, and meaningful sequence.

Assistive Technology Testing

We test your digital properties with common assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnifiers, and speech recognition software to ensure compatibility and usability in real-world scenarios.

User Testing with People with Disabilities

To validate our findings and uncover experiential barriers, we engage individuals with various disabilities to interact with your digital properties and provide feedback on their user experience.

Standards and Compliance

Our accessibility audits evaluate your digital properties against internationally recognized standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of accessibility requirements:

Standard	Description	Application
WCAG 2.2 (A/AA/AAA)	Web Content Accessibility Guidelines - the global standard for digital accessibility	Websites, web applications, and mobile apps
Section 508	U.S. federal regulations requiring federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible	Federal agencies and contractors
ADA Compliance	Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for public accommodations	Commercial and public entities
EN 301 549	European accessibility requirements for public procurement of ICT products and services	European Union public sector

Our Audit Deliverables

Comprehensive Audit Report

Following our thorough evaluation, you'll receive a detailed audit report that includes:

Executive summary with overall accessibility score and compliance status
Detailed inventory of identified issues categorized by severity (critical, high, medium, low)
Specific examples of each issue with screenshots and code snippets
Clear explanation of why each issue creates barriers for users with disabilities
Step-by-step remediation instructions tailored to your technology stack
Prioritized remediation roadmap to address the most impactful issues first

Implementation Support

Our service doesn't end with the audit report. We provide ongoing support to ensure successful implementation of accessibility improvements:

Technical consultation for complex remediation challenges
Code examples and pattern libraries for accessible components
Regular check-ins and progress reviews
Re-testing of remediated elements to confirm compliance

Knowledge Transfer

We empower your team with the knowledge and skills to maintain accessibility throughout your digital ecosystem:

Customized training workshops for developers, designers, and content creators
Documentation of accessibility best practices specific to your environment
Guidance on integrating accessibility into your development workflow
Resources for ongoing self-assessment and monitoring

Accessibility Audit Process Visualization

The following chart illustrates the relative importance of different components in our accessibility audit methodology. Each element plays a crucial role in delivering comprehensive results that drive meaningful improvements to your digital accessibility.

The Accessibility Audit Journey

Understanding the accessibility audit process helps set expectations and ensures a smooth collaboration. Below is a mindmap illustrating the typical journey from initial engagement to maintaining long-term accessibility:

mindmap root["Accessibility Audit Journey"] Initial Assessment Scope Definition Current State Analysis Goals and Objectives Comprehensive Audit Automated Testing Manual Expert Review Assistive Technology Testing User Testing with PWD Reporting Executive Summary Detailed Findings Compliance Status Evidence Documentation Remediation Prioritization Matrix Technical Solutions Implementation Support Progress Tracking Knowledge Transfer Team Training Best Practices Documentation Development Guidelines Content Creation Standards Ongoing Maintenance Monitoring Plan Periodic Re-testing Process Integration Continuous Improvement

Expert Insights on Accessibility Audits

Understanding the value and process of accessibility audits is crucial for organizations committed to digital inclusion. The following video provides expert insights into what to expect from a professional accessibility audit:

This video explains how professional accessibility audits go beyond what automated tools can detect, providing valuable insights into real user experiences and comprehensive remediation guidance.

Visual Understanding of Accessibility Auditing

These images illustrate key aspects of the accessibility audit process and its importance in creating inclusive digital experiences:

Visual representation of an accessibility audit process

Comprehensive Audit Process: Professional accessibility audits involve multiple testing methodologies to ensure thorough evaluation of all potential barriers.

Comparison between accessibility testing and auditing

Testing vs. Auditing: While testing focuses on specific elements, comprehensive audits evaluate the entire user experience across your digital properties.

Business Benefits of Accessibility Audits

Investing in accessibility audit services delivers significant returns for organizations beyond mere compliance:

Legal Risk Mitigation

Digital accessibility lawsuits have increased by over 300% in the past five years. A thorough audit helps identify and address potential compliance issues before they result in legal action, saving potentially hundreds of thousands in litigation costs.

Expanded Market Reach

People with disabilities represent over 1 billion individuals globally with a spending power exceeding $6 trillion. Accessible digital properties allow you to tap into this significant market segment that competitors might be neglecting.

Enhanced Brand Reputation

Demonstrating a commitment to accessibility positions your organization as socially responsible and inclusive, strengthening your brand reputation among all consumers, as 71% of consumers prefer to purchase from companies that align with their values.

Improved User Experience for Everyone

Many accessibility improvements benefit all users, not just those with disabilities. Clear navigation, well-structured content, and robust functionality create a better experience for everyone, potentially increasing conversion rates by 15-20%.

SEO Benefits

Many accessibility best practices align with search engine optimization techniques. Proper headings, alternative text, and semantic HTML improve your site's visibility in search results, potentially increasing organic traffic by 10-15%.

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Unlocking Digital Inclusion: Comprehensive Accessibility Audit Services

Ensure your digital presence welcomes everyone, meets legal standards, and reaches wider audiences through expert accessibility evaluation