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The annual retail event certifies its accessibility with AIS
The Spanish Congress of Shopping Centers and Commercial Parks, the most important event in the industry, has been awarded the AIS certification in its XXI edition. It is, in fact, the fourth consecutive edition that obtains this recognition. On this occasion, the AIS 1/2023 Standard has been applied in its Events and Congresses modality, within…
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Galaxy-Lab achieves AIS certification with ITG equipment
Galaxy-Lab, ITG’s center for advanced experimentation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) applied to urban air mobility, smart energy and industry digitization, has achieved the prestigious international AIS accessibility certification. As an AIS Authorized Entity, ITG’s healthy and accessible architecture team has carried out the assessment and evidence gathering that led to the certification of Galaxy-Lab. Carlos…
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EMPOWER becomes an AIS Authorized Entity
EMPOWER, an organization that works in the field of cultural mediation and education, has become an AIS authorized entity to continue its work of accompanying cultural teams and institutions in achieving the highest standards of accessibility. AIS is an international certification granted by the Foundation for Accessibility and Social Responsibility (ARS Foundation) that recognizes the…
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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…
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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…
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AIS 360º accessibility and its relation to accessible service
When we talk about accessibility, we usually think of ramps, elevators or adapted signage. But the reality is much broader: an accessible service is one that can be received or provided by any person, with the greatest possible degree of autonomy. And it’s not just about the user. It is also important that whoever provides…
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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…
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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…
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How accessibility and AIS impact on the environmental aspect of ESG
Although accessibility is usually associated with the ‘S’ of the ESG criteria (Environmental, Social and Governance), the truth is that there are also links with the ‘E’, since accessibility promotes the sustainable design of spaces, crisis management with an inclusive vision, and other aspects. In this context, the AIS certificate becomes a reliable tool in…
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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…
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