What does accessibility mean for your business, and how can you prepare for the upcoming changes?
In this episode, Jason Baum and Marcus Merrell are joined by AmyJune Hineline from the Linux Foundation to discuss the upcoming European Accessibility Act and how it will shape the future of digital products. With the deadline approaching in 2025, they cover what steps companies should take to ensure their platforms are accessible to everyone.
You’ll hear AmyJune’s experiences advocating for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community and learn about the impact of accessibility on user experience and business outcomes. She also shares the benefits of inclusive design, real user testing, and the potential consequences for businesses that don’t comply with the new regulations.
Join us as we discuss:
(00:00) The role of accessibility in tech
(03:30) The European Accessibility Act
(06:20) Accessibility for all users
(10:30) Defining disabilities in the digital world
(12:30) Standards and compliance challenges
(15:50) How accessibility opens new markets and boosts customer loyalty
(17:50) The importance of real-world user testing for accessibility
(20:00) Shifting company culture towards accessibility integration
(25:20) Enforcement of accessibility laws and the future of compliance
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