Accessibility blog
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AIS accessibility certification: competitive advantages
AIS (Accessibility Indicator System) offers several technical and strategic competitive advantages, which help companies not only to comply with AIS standards, but also to position themselves as international accessibility leaders: 1. Flexible Grading System of the AIS accessibility certificate: AIS is particularly unique for its graded rating system (from one to five stars), which allows…
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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…
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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…
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ZENIA BOULEVARD ACHIEVES 5 AIS ACCESSIBILITY STARS
The shopping center managed by Nhood has reached the highest level of excellence of this internationally recognized certification. The Zenia Boulevard Shopping Center, managed by Nhood and owned by Ceetrus and CBRE Investment Management, has obtained 5 Stars from the international accessibility certification AIS as part of its commitment to a diverse society. The AIS…
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The centre of all, the congress for all
The 20th Spanish Congress of Shopping Centres and Parks obtains the AIS accessibility certificate. The 20th Spanish Congress of Shopping Centres and Parks has obtained the AIS certificate, which verifies the accessibility conditions of environments and services with a comprehensive approach, including physical, sensory and cognitive aspects. The AIS certification assesses the degree of accessibility…
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Smartcity, Accessibility and AIS: An Inclusive Future
In the age of technology and innovation, the smartcity concept has emerged as a solution to improve the quality of life in urban areas. But how can we ensure that these cities are accessible and inclusive for all their inhabitants? A smartcity uses advanced technology and data to manage resources and services efficiently, improve the…
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Certifying with AIS: building trust
Achieving AIS accessibility certification shows our users and customers that we take inclusion seriously. It is a guarantee that our goods, products and services are committed to accessibility, building trust and loyalty, and strengthening your company’s reputation. Why does AIS certification build trust? Commitment to Inclusion: By certifying your buildings for accessibility with AIS, you…
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The accessible lactation room and AIS
The AIS 1/2023 Standard incorporates requirements for analysing the lactation room. Specifically, a total of 67 specific indicators have been included for the verification of its accessibility conditions. Among the areas analysed by the AIS certificate are the furniture, the passageway, signage, flooring, ventilation, consumables, lighting… with a comprehensive perspective of the space. Although the…
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Accessibility in Urban Planning: AIS certification of the Urban Environment
The AIS 1/2023 Standard brings with it a new application modality, Urban Environment, which is officially incorporated into the system after a period of research and testing, facilitating the integration of accessibility criteria in urban planning. This new modality is used for the evaluation of the degree of accessibility of all the elements of urban…
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The S of ESG: relation to accessibility and AIS
Currently, companies are making great efforts in the field of ESG (Environment, Social, Governance), focusing mainly on compliance with environmental criteria because they are more present on the public agenda and because it is easier to measure results. However, the reality is that many of these entities carry out actions related to the social sphere…
