Prioritizing Document Accessibility: A Smart Path to Success

Prioritizing Document Accessibility: A Smart Path to Success

Prioritizing Document Accessibility: A Smart Path to Success

Making digital and document accessibility a core value goes beyond simply complying with regulations like the European Accessibility Act (EAA). It’s a powerful statement about your commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equity (DEI). This focus on accessibility unlocks a range of benefits for your organization.
By ensuring your products and services are usable by a wider audience, including those with disabilities, you naturally broaden your market reach. This expanded customer base includes individuals who value ethical and socially responsible businesses, fostering brand loyalty and positive word-of-mouth.

Furthermore, companies that excel in accessibility are recognized as leaders in innovation and customer experience. This reputation sets you apart in a competitive market, while also reducing the risk of legal and compliance issues.

But the benefits extend beyond customers. By fostering an inclusive work environment through accessibility, your company becomes an employer of choice for today’s top talent who value diversity. This attracts a wider pool of skilled individuals, strengthening your organization from within.
Ultimately, integrating accessibility into your core business strategy positions you for sustainable growth in a global marketplace. This focus on inclusivity creates opportunities for innovation and fosters a culture that drives success. In short, accessibility is not just the right thing to do, it’s a smart business decision that strengthens your brand, broadens your reach, and positions you for long-term success.

Are you affected by the European Accessibility Act (EAA)?

Yes, if you provide any of the following products and/or services:

  • Access to Audio-Visual Media Services
  • ATMs, Ticketing, and Check-in Machines
  • Banking Services
  • Computers and Operating Systems
  • E-books
  • E-commerce
  • Services Related to Air, Bus, Rail, and Sea Passenger Transport
  • Smartphones
  • Telephony Services and Related Equipment
  • TV Equipment Related to Digital Television Services

Make products and/or services compliant by June 28, 2025

  • Involve the business – accessibility is not an IT only issue
  • Perform an Accessibility Assessment to get current status
  • Do you need budget for some new tools
  • Create an Accessibility Roadmap for June 28, 2025:
    – Prioritise your documents in order of usage;
    – Assign clear business ownership to each document;
    – Set deadline for document to have passed accessibility testing;
    – If not ready in time, publish accessibility statement with status;
    – Continue work until done and update accessibility statement.

Accessibility is not a one time fix

Make accessibility integrated part of your document design process. Contact us today to make your digital data and documents accessible and compliant with regulations the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

Doctricks Team Completes Scrum Training!

Doctricks Team Completes Scrum Training!

Doctricks Team Completes Scrum Training!

On October 21-22, our team at Doctricks ( Ella Söderberg, Hanna Onufriieva, Varun Vimala Gangadharan, Nicolas Blanluet Sauvage) had the incredible opportunity to attend a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) training with Henrik Kniberg in Stockholm. The two-day session was packed with valuable insights, practical exercises, and real-world case studies that brought the Scrum framework to life for all of us.

The training didn’t just focus on theory; it was an engaging, hands-on experience that challenged our understanding and deepened our appreciation for Agile methodologies. From interactive workshops to solving real business challenges using Scrum principles, we left the session feeling inspired and equipped with fresh ideas for applying these concepts to our projects.

This experience has reinforced our commitment to fostering a collaborative and adaptive approach in our work. We are excited to implement the new strategies we’ve learned and continue improving our processes to deliver even more value to our clients.

A huge thanks to Henrik Kniberg for guiding us through such an engaging and transformative journey. We’re energized and ready to take our teamwork to the next level!

Happy Women’s Day! 

Happy Women’s Day! 

Happy Women’s Day! 

We on Doctricks want to thank you all for having followed us during this week when we talked about Women’s Day and equality in the tech industry on our site. Have you missed our recent posts? Please go to our blog and check them out! Feel free to share them as well.

We want to remind you of the importance of equality and urge you to keep working towards a more equal tech industry. Therefore, we would like you to take the opportunity to celebrate all women in your life today. Coworkers, friends, partners, mothers, sisters, daughters. They all deserve someone to recognize and celebrate them.

Doctricks Women’s Days – Sandrine

Doctricks Women’s Days – Sandrine

Doctricks Women’s Days – Sandrine

About Sandrine:
 My name is Sandrine, and I’m originally from France, living in Sweden since 2000. My journey into the tech world is somewhat unconventional. I studied mathematics in high school and pursued musicology and musician education in college, specializing in the harpsichord, viola da gamba, and baroque chamber music. Professionally, I transitioned from being a data analyst in the financial sector to the automotive industry, where I spent almost a decade managing customer relations. In 2017, I shifted my focus to the tech industry, became a certified SCRUM Master in 2018, graduated as a Frontend Developer in 2021, and as a UX Designer in 2022. I currently work with Doctricks as a project manager and SCRUM Master. Beyond my professional life, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two sons, aged 19 and 21, gardening, and walking our two dogs.

What does equality mean to you, especially in your career?
Equality means recognizing everyone’s potential and ensuring fair opportunities for success, regardless of gender or background. It’s about valuing skills and achievements impartially. This belief has shaped my approach to leadership, focusing on merit and fostering an inclusive environment.

Have you faced any challenges in the tech industry as a woman?
While my journey has been largely positive, it hasn’t been without its challenges. There were moments when I had to work harder to prove my competence, overcome imposter syndrome and earn respect in spaces that felt predominantly male-oriented. However, these challenges taught me resilience and the importance of self-advocacy. Overcoming them has also reinforced my commitment to creating a supportive and bias-free workplace for my team.

How has being a woman influenced your approach as an IT project manager and SCRUM Master?
I believe that my background in music and my diverse experiences as a partner, parent, and team member have most enriched my leadership style, placing a strong emphasis on empathy, collaboration, and effective communication, more than my gender has. Similar to playing chamber music, I aim to harmonize diverse talents and perspectives to achieve our collective goals, fostering a creative and inclusive team dynamic.