About Our 508 Audit Services
Types of Services
- Document Audits – We perform detailed audits on various types of documents, including PDFs, Word files, and spreadsheets.
- Software Audits – Our team assesses desktop and mobile software applications to ensure they are accessible for users with disabilities. This includes evaluating compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers and ensuring all interactive elements meet accessibility requirements.
- Website Audits – We conduct thorough audits on websites and web applications, identifying issues related to accessibility. Our audits cover all aspects of web content, including text, images, videos, and navigation.
- Product Audits – Our product audits focus on ensuring physical and digital products, such as kiosks and e-learning tools, are accessible to people with disabilities. We evaluate user interfaces, control mechanisms, and information displays for compliance with accessibility standards.
- ICT Audits – We audit a wide range of information and communication technology (ICT) systems, including enterprise software, communication platforms, and cloud services.
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Our Audit Process
1
Initial Consultation
We begin with an initial consultation to understand your specific needs and scope of your Section 508 compliance audit, covering all relevant information and communication technology (ICT).
2
Comprehensive Assessment
Our team conducts a thorough assessment using both automated tools and manual testing to identify any accessibility issues in your documents, software, web pages, and ICT products.
3
Detailed Reporting
We provide a detailed report highlighting all findings, including specific areas of non-compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and WCAG 2.0 Level AA, along with actionable recommendations.
4
Remediation Guidance
We offer step-by-step remediation guidance to help you address the identified issues, ensuring your documents, software, and ICT are fully accessible to people with disabilities. We can also provide the implementation for you.
5
Verification and Validation
After remediation, we perform a final verification and validation check to confirm that all necessary changes have been made and that your ICT is compliant with all accessibility requirements.
6
Ongoing Support
We provide ongoing support to maintain your Section 508 compliance, including regular audits and updates to accommodate any new accessibility guidelines or requirements.
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Key Benefits of Our Audits
Regulatory Compliance
Achieving and maintaining compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, avoiding potential legal issues and penalties for non-compliance with federal agency standards.
Enhanced Accessibility
Ensuring that your documents, software, and ICT are accessible to people with disabilities, enhancing their usability and compliance with Section 508 requirements.
Improved User Experience
Enhancing the overall user experience for all users, including those using assistive technologies such as screen readers, by adhering to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA.
Increased Market Reach
Making your products, software, and web pages accessible to a broader audience, including people with disabilities, thereby increasing your market reach and potential customer base.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of a Section 508 compliance audit?
The cost of a Section 508 compliance audit varies based on the scope and complexity of the project. Please contact us for a customized quote tailored to your specific needs.
How long does the audit process take?
The duration of the Section 508 audit process depends on the size and complexity of the ICT being audited. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months to complete a comprehensive audit and remediation.
What types of ICT do you audit?
We audit all types of ICT, including documents, software applications, web pages, and products, ensuring they meet Section 508 compliance and accessibility standards. More information can be found on the government website.
What standards do you follow for the audit?
Do you provide remediation support?
What tools do you use for testing?
We conduct manual testing along with several tools, including:
- Accessible Name and Description Inspector (ANDI): Developed by the Social Security Administration (SSA), ANDI is used to find accessibility problems with web content. It may be installed from the SSA installation page, or the source repository is also available at Github.
- Color Contrast Analyzer: A tool that helps to measure color contrast for achieving accessibility in the images. It can be found here TPGi’s Color Contrast Checker.
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- 703-787-7600
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