Adapta Interactive Now Offering Accessible Web Design Services Website Design and Development in Compliance with Amendment 508 and Title III Standards

    MINNEAPOLIS, MN, May 31, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Adapta Interactive, a Minneapolis, MN web design and development agency, is pleased to announce that it will now begin offering accessible web design services to clients, effective immediately.

This niche focus on accessible web development will ensure all persons visiting a website have access to the tools, resources and alternative browsing options necessary to accommodate their disability.

The company will focus on designing UI and UX experiences that align with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, while also meeting the demands of disabled persons under the umbrella of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA).

Through adherence to WCAG 2.0 standards and consideration of Section 508 and Title III mandates, Adapta will focus on incorporating a rich span of accessibility features into the websites it designs for clients.

This will include such things as providing transcripts for multimedia elements, alternative data presentation layouts compliant with accessibility devices, tools for changing website navigation and presentation, descriptions for non-text content and much more.

The company's ultimate focus is to create a cohesive browsing experience for every user, regardless of limitations."The internet was founded on principles of openness and accommodation to all persons.

As technology has evolved, the demand for accessible features has only grown," said Stan Smith, Owner at Adapta Interactive. "We're putting a major emphasis on how we approach accessibility web design and want to make sure we're responsible in how we're accommodating individuals with disabilities."

Adapta Interactive's accessible web design services will be open to clients of all types, regardless of their web design needs. The company welcomes informational, entertainment and educational websites, as well as ecommerce platforms and service-based sites.

The firm will approach accessible web development from a WCAG 2.0 stand point, while tailoring accessibility expectations around the unique nature of each site. "Each website has its own purpose and deployment, which means users are going to interact with sites in different ways," said Smith.

"We aim to understand exactly what these interactions look like for each site we're designing, then double-down on our compliance with Section 508 and Title III expectations." Smith believes Adapta Interactive's approach to accessibility web design will be fruitful for its clients and their audience alike.

"Our clients are going to see much better engagement on their sites with accessibility features in place, while also gaining the appreciation and respect of the people who use these features," he said.

Adapta Interactive's compliance with WCAG 2.0, Section508 and Title III standards will position the company to serve clients of all types in their search for accessible web development.

The company expects to serve commercial website owners, as well as those within the education and government sectors seeking to become or remain compliant with accessibility standards. Adapta Interactive will pursue projects involving brand-new developments, as well as modification and modernization of existing websites.

The push for a new focus on accessibility web design is spurred by Adapta Interactive's experience with these features in recent projects, as well as the company's core beliefof incorporating all users in its developmental approaches.

The firm strives to ensure each website it designs contains all of the critical tools, resources and capabilities required by its clients and visitors. "Our focus has always been on providing complete web design that results in an exceptional user experience," said Smith.

"Pushing ourselves to further develop within Section 508 and Title III standards, under WCAG 2.0 guidelines, is just the next step in making sure we're truly delivering the best products for our clients and their users. And, even further, it's a point of pride for us, knowing our sites are welcoming to a population that's frequently underserved online.

"The company is pleased to offer completely free website consultations and planning services, specifically in accordance with Section 508 and Title III accessibility standards.

For more information about Adapta Interactive or to learn more about the company's full repertoire of web design and development capabilities, please visit its website at https://www.adaptainc.com/.

The company welcomes clients from throughout its local Minneapolis, MN area, as well as nationwide.

Adapta Interactive is a digital agency located in Minneapolis, MN. Founded in 2006, we offer a complete set of digital services, backed by full-scale development.

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