Braille Works

04/07/2026

Here’s a secret the accessibility industry rarely mentions:
There is no governing body for PDF remediation.

When a vendor offers rates that seem too good to be true, it’s usually because they’re skipping the most vital step: Human Verification.

Don't let a low-cost vendor turn your digital documents into a legal liability.

Learn more about finding the right PDF remediation vendor in our blog post, The Wild West of Section 508 Compliance.

04/07/2026

Accessible PDFs aren’t all created equal.

Even if something is labeled “compliant,” it may still be difficult to use with assistive technology.

That’s why quality matters.

And now that Title II of the ADA applies to digital content, it matters even more.

Finding a reliable Section 508 compliance vendor can feel like searching for gold in them thar hills. Learn how to spot the outlaws.

04/03/2026

Last Friday we celebrated the 32nd Anniversary of Braille Works!

Our team enjoyed beautiful weather, delicious food, and fun games. We also took a moment to recognize and celebrate everyone's hard work and dedication.

We can't wait to do it again next year 🎉

04/02/2026

The ADA Title II rule includes narrow exceptions for certain archived or older content, but they do NOT eliminate an agency's responsibility.

If the content is publicly accessible or needed for services, it must be accessible.

Learn more in our blog post, Archiving Documents Does NOT Make You ADA Compliant.

04/02/2026

We’re hearing this more often:
“We can just archive our documents.”

That is incorrect.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act Title II, if a document is available to the public, even in an archive, it must be accessible.

Simply placing PDFs in an “archived” section of your website does not meet Title II compliance requirements if users can still access them.

03/31/2026

Having a screen reader doesn’t guarantee access.

If a website or PDF isn’t built correctly, the information can still be impossible to find or understand.

Accessible design makes technology work the way it should.

Check out our blog post, Discrimination at First Sight: The Reality of Government Agencies Not Being ADA Compliant, to learn more.

03/31/2026

People with disabilities often face barriers when seeking assistance from government agencies.

Title II of the ADA ensures that those who rely on assistive technology have equal access to information.

Government agencies are mandated to provide consumers with information in accessible formats. So, what happens when equal access is denied?

03/26/2026

Color is a powerful design tool.

It's also a common accessibility barrier and shouldn’t be the only way information is shared.

Accessible documents use labels, text, and structure so everyone can understand the content, regardless of how they see it.

Want more tips on creating an accessible document? Check out our blog post, Brief Summary on Creating Accessible Documents.

03/26/2026

Accessibility is often treated as a remediation step.

It should start much earlier.

When documents rely heavily on visuals without clear text alternatives, they create barriers that are harder to fix later. Building accessibility into the original content improves usability and reduces rework.

The most effective accessibility strategies begin at creation, not after the fact.

When creating accessible documents, do not rely heavily on visual elements like photographs that cannot be adequately described in the text.

03/24/2026

Accessibility is always improving.

WCAG 2.2 AA builds on earlier standards to support more people and create better digital experiences.

Taking that step now can make a big difference later.

You can learn more about digital accessibility laws in our blog post, What Does It All Mean?

03/24/2026

Accessibility isn’t just about rules. It’s about people.

When organizations focus on making their products, services, and communication accessible, they help more people stay informed and included.

That’s what these laws are really about.

Navigating digital accessibility can be confusing. There are so many terms, acronyms, and statutes. It can be hard to keep them straight.

03/19/2026

Every PDF has layers.

One you see. One assistive technology reads.

If those layers don’t match, people who rely on screen readers may miss important information or receive it out of order.

Accessible PDFs require more than visual design. They need proper structure behind the scenes.

Ready to learn more? Check out our blog post, What is an accessible PDF?