Category: Accessibility
-
Discover the benefits of AIS for Retail
Accessibility in shopping centers has become an essential aspect to ensure that these spaces can be enjoyed by everyone with the greatest possible degree of autonomy. It is not only a matter of complying with regulations, but also of offering an inclusive, comfortable and safe experience. In this context, shopping center managers increasingly understand that…
-
Legal risks due to lack of physical accessibility
Accessibility is not only a matter of inclusion, it is also a key strategy for managing legal and reputational risks. In public buildings, such as offices, hotels, shopping malls, hospitals or universities, it is necessary not only to comply with accessibility regulations, but also to go beyond them to avoid consequences. Although regulations vary from…
-
Inclusive and Accessible Tourism and the SDGs: Tourism for All
Inclusive and accessible tourism not only breaks down physical and social barriers, but also contributes directly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, it is not enough to implement accessibility plans; environments, both physical and digital, must be verified based on an international standard and certified by an objective third party, such as the…
-
The tourism of the future will be inclusive
The importance of tourism as an economic sector with a global impact and as a generator of experiences is undeniable. However, not everyone can enjoy its benefits in the same way. Accessibility, both physical and digital, is a key factor in ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can travel, stay in hotels, visit monuments…
-
The 10 most common ‘silly’ physical accessibility errors
Accessibility should not be a secondary issue in the design of public or private spaces. However, it is common to find “silly mistakes” in accessibility or easily avoidable with a minimum of common sense or technical knowledge. Here are 10 very real examples that, although they may seem absurd, still occur today. 1. Impossible ramps…
-
Podotactile flooring: a tool for autonomy and inclusion
Podotactile flooring is a signaling system installed on the floor to guide and orient people with visual impairment, through the sense of touch by means of the feet or the white cane. This guidance system is included in the assessment of physical spaces of the AIS certificate through 24 specific requirements on the subject of…
-
European Accessibility Act (EAA): accessible websites and more
This year is a key year for accessibility in Europe. In June, the European Accessibility Act, or EAA, a European directive (2019/882) that standardises accessibility criteria for business services and products in the European Union, will come into force. This has caused an earthquake in the business world, which has set to work to ensure…
-
12 Coca-Cola Europacific Partners sites AIS certified
A total of 12 Coca-Cola Europacific Partners logistics centres on the Iberian Peninsula have obtained international AIS certification in accessibility, reaffirming the company’s commitment to accessibility and the creation of inclusive spaces for everyone. Specifically, three plants located in Barcelona, Seville and Valencia have achieved the highest AIS 5-star rating for accessibility, while another 9…
-
Magnetic induction loop: what is it and what is it for?
Although it is widely known and widely used in the world of accessibility, the general public is still unaware of what a magnetic induction loop is and what it is used for. This system allows sound to be transmitted clearly to people who use hearing aids or cochlear implants, and is commonly used in public…
-
Accessibility in physical spaces: Debunking myths
Accessibility is fundamental to creating inclusive and usable spaces for all people. Despite this, there are some myths that can confuse or discourage those seeking to make their buildings, offices, events… accessible. Let’s clear them up. Myth 1: Accessibility in physical spaces is very expensive and only large companies can implement it. Reality: Although there…
