by Timi | Mar 20, 2025 | Accessible Transportation, Air Travel, Assistive Technology & Devices, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Transportation
While business travel is essential for both company and employee growth, it often isn’t fully accessible. Air travel in particular doesn’t always keep everyone’s needs in mind, as an average of 10,000 to 15,000 wheelchairs and other mobility devices are damaged...
by Timi | Mar 20, 2025 | Accessible Transportation, Air Travel, Assistive Technology & Devices, Visual Disabilities
A major U.S. airline is making updates to one of its most popular in-flight features in an effort to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. Delta Air Lines is introducing a new flight map offering high-contrast visuals, a color-blind palette, large text...
by Timi | Jan 30, 2025 | Assistive Technology & Devices, Accommodations, Assistive Devices, Commentary, Communication Barriers, Communication Disabilities, Hearing Disabilities, Invisible Disabilities
According to the HLAA, 62% of employees with a disability have an invisible disability. In a virtual environment, it’s even more challenging to know if we are providing all the necessary accommodations for our audience. As we continue to rely on digital communications...
by Timi | Dec 20, 2024 | Assistive Technology & Devices, Assistive Devices, Communication Disabilities, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment, Intellectual Disabilities, Invisible Disabilities, Learning Disabilities
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving workforce, technology is revolutionizing how we work, communicate, and connect. At the forefront of this transformation is artificial intelligence (AI), a game-changing tool that holds immense potential to make workplaces more...
by Timi | Dec 20, 2024 | Assistive Technology & Devices, Assistive Devices, Communication Barriers, Information & Communications, Visual Disabilities, Websites
In today’s digital world, creating welcoming and accessible online communities has become more essential than ever. These spaces break down barriers, amplify underrepresented voices, and connect people from around the globe. They serve as vital platforms for...
by Timi | Nov 30, 2024 | Assistive Technology & Devices, Accessible Transportation, Assistive Devices
AI already impacts every aspect of daily life, and none more so than in assistive technology. According to the World Health Organization, up to 2.5 billion people worldwide require one or more assistive products. And with the ageing population, that number is expected...
