{"id":18423,"date":"2023-03-27T18:19:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T18:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitalscientists.com\/?p=18423"},"modified":"2023-05-09T14:58:22","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T14:58:22","slug":"lunch-and-learn-designing-and-developing-accessible-products","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalscientists.com\/blog\/lunch-and-learn-designing-and-developing-accessible-products\/","title":{"rendered":"Lunch and Learn: Designing and developing accessible products"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Continued education is an important part of our growth and understanding. We regularly host Lunch and Learns to share knowledge, and we recently focused on accessibility. Accessibility relates to understanding the needs of people with disabilities and designing products so they can fully engage with them. The presentation focused on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disability statistics and facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why accessibility is important<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How people with disabilities access digital content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to create accessible products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch the presentation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Running time: 20 minutes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Designing Accessible Products for Healthcare and IDD Populations: A Lunch and Learn Session\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0UtAyVxwD9Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q + A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Below are highlights from our discussion during the presentation.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>As it relates to building applications that address both populations, challenged or not, what is the best practice? Are companies creating two instances of the same application; are they embedding features, but it\u2019s the same instance?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>Creating one instance, using the same code base, and following Web Accessibility Content Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure people with disabilities can access content.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>Does this affect a product that receives funding from the Federal Government?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>Yes, it will most likely be required to meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA success criteria. Section 508 establishes accessibility requirements for electronic and information technology developed, maintained, funded, or used by the Federal Government.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>Have any of these regulations, laws or any other guidelines crept into software as a medical device (SAMD) yet? Some of the themes that you talked about in terms of reduction of risk, making sure that the user experience is accessible for everybody; those are some of the themes that also come into the medical device world, except that the risk level is higher.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>Section 508 would apply to any user interface that we design for a medical device, if the Federal Government is associated. Regardless, I would assume that these medical devices need testing and FDA approval, and the user interface would be an aspect of this.<br><br>It should also be a part of the process to understand users through investing time in research and testing, and designing products that meet their needs. I think this is a significant aspect of creating products that everyone can use, and that would help mitigate errors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>What kind of trends do you see in terms of the different private sectors that are reaching these standards?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>It seems that accessibility is a trending topic. I\u2019m seeing conferences and workshops dedicated to accessibility, as well as more articles and tools related to the importance of accessibility and best practices. Starting out several years ago, I had difficulty finding clear guidance as a Designer. Lately, I find more support geared towards design, as well as software plugins and tools for testing things like color contrast and color blindness.<br><br>Many companies, such as top tech giants, have established internal accessibility training and documentation, and integrate accessibility into their products and services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>Do you think Covid had something to do with awareness, just because people relied even more on technology and they weren&#8217;t going out as much?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-10 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>We definitely relied more on technology \u2013 from working at home, attending school remotely, and accomplishing tasks that we may have previously done in person.<br><br>From what I\u2019ve been hearing, it seemed to accentuate the weakness in digital content delivery \u2013 whether it was lack of access to needed technology, or poor user experiences. I would think this contributed to awareness, since access to technology is essential for people with disabilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-11 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p><strong>Is this a moving target at all? Like how often are they updating this as it relates to mental disabilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90.66%\">\n<p>There are several WCAG success criteria already that support cognitive disabilities. WCAG 2.2 is due early this year, and this includes additional success criteria for cognitive disabilities.<br><br>Whether they\u2019re being implemented, is another challenge. Lawsuits have been increasing, which is an indication that people\u2019s needs aren\u2019t being met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To sum up, our lunch and learn session on designing accessible products for healthcare and individuals with disabilities was a significant step in our commitment to designing products for everyone. The team was engaged in the discussion and shared their insights on the importance of accessibility. Our responsibility as a product design, development, and product management team is to ensure that our products are inclusive for all, regardless of their abilities. At Digital Scientists, we believe that by designing accessible products, we can positively impact people&#8217;s lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/disabilityandhealth\/infographic-disability-impacts-all.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention disability infographic<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/disability-and-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">World Health Organization disability fact sheets<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inclusive.microsoft.design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Microsoft inclusive design<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.section508.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Section 508<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/resources\/web-guidance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ADA guidance on web accessibility<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/WAI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">W3C Web Accessibility Initiative<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WQqMyIrB410\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">People with disabilities share why accessibility matters in technology<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/huNGsN_gIL0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">How did Microsoft\u2019s leadership buy-in lead to a cultural shift around accessibility?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/h4epVr9LFwQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Accessibility for everyone, everywhere<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/nw6-eDJXWzY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Understanding assistive technology: mobile screen readers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Continued education is an important part of our growth and understanding. 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