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A website that is accessible to the 1 in 5 people in the UK with a disability is a website that delivers for everyone. That means it works for people who: - are on mobile phones, smart watches or TV - have sight or hearing issues due to ageing - have injuries like a broken arm, or have misplaced glasses - are in bright sunlight or a loud environment - have slow internet connections Creating a user-friendly and accessible website benefits everyone, including your business. Talk to Invuse about optimising your website's user experience today: https://lnkd.in/dugcUumF #UserResearch #UserExperience #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #DigitalExperience #DigitalContent #InformationArchitecture #PublicSector [Video description - A white background displays 'It is not just 1 in 5' written in large font at the top. Silhouettes of 11 people presenting different body language are at the bottom of the image. The words 'Everyone wants your website to be easy to use' appear under the title and the people are being highlighted in pink, one by one.]

Could a 9 year old read, and understand, your website? Based on government and OECD research, at least 1 in 7 people in England have literacy skills at or below what is expected of a 9 to 11-year-old. It can be hard to make words simple and clear, but it's important for everyone to understand your website. Our content audits and training have helped our customers create websites everyone can use. Have you faced similar challenges? Share your examples of information, words or phrases you've simplified for your users in the comments below. #UserExperience #ContentAudit #ContentStrategy #Accessibility #PublicSector #WritingForWeb #WritingWellForTheWeb

Do you really know your website users? Most organisations believe they do, but in our experience, they really don't! User research is a very effective way to make sure your website really works for EVERYONE. Every time we conduct user research it delivers genuine surprises to our clients. If you skip this vital step, you may think your website makes perfect sense - but the chances are, it doesn't. To find out how we can help make sure your website delivers for all your users visit: https://lnkd.in/d9t47yu8 #UserResearch #DigitalExperience #DigitalContent #InformationArchitecture #UserExperience #ContentAudit #ContentStrategy #PublicSector [Video description - A laptop screen displays a website which is filled with rows of hieroglyphics. Text appears above the laptop which reads "When your website makes perfect sense to you..." Under the laptop, text then appears which reads "but not to anyone else".]

Invuse have bin breaking records with Haringey Council, reducing the time to report a missed bin collection from 150 seconds to 18 seconds! Can anyone do it faster? Our improvements in information architecture and content for Haringey Council's website helps users to do everyday tasks much quicker. Read the case study to find out how you can create a winning website with Invuse - https://lnkd.in/eDzjbuXY #WinningWebsite #SportingCouncils #LocalGov #InformationArcitecture #WritingForWeb #DigitalContent #UserResearch #UserExperience #Accessibility #PublicSector [Video Description: A sports stadium with a running track has green wheelie bins lined up in each lane, as if about to start a race. One of the centre lanes has a bin bag, with no wheelie bin to put it in. In the sky above the stadium the words "we have bin breaking records with Haringey Council!" appear.]

Discover the latest insights and findings from Leila Dewhurst who brings a unique perspective from her experience leading a council's digital team and supporting families. Now at Invuse, Leila works with councils to transform their Family Hubs and SEND Local Offer digital services. Discover how digital transformation can empower family services, enhance user experiences, and improve accessibility for all. 🧑🧑🧒🧒 [Image Description: A smiling family is sitting together at a table with a laptop, cups of coffee, and a baby toy in the background. The image is accompanied by text that reads: 'Connecting Families and Services: Our insights for Family Hubs and SEND Local Offers.' The Invuse logo is displayed in the bottom left corner.] #DigitalTransformation #FamilyHubs #SEND #LocalGovernment #UserExperience #Accessibility #TheVoiceOfYourEndUsers

An insightful read from our Managing Director, Jamie Garrett 👏🏻 If you're exploring #AI, being asked to explore it, or feeling like you're falling behind because others are doing a lot with it, take a moment to pause and breathe. Everyone moves at their own pace and has different budgets and resources. Understand the challenges you need to solve, implement AI correctly, and you too can achieve the results you and your customers need. #ArtificialIntelligence #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation #AITrends #FutureOfWork #BusinessStrategy #UserCentred

Ever worried your PDFs aren't accessible? Ensuring your documents meet accessibility standards can be challenging, but there are some fantastic tools to help guide you. Here are a few recommendations: Adobe Acrobat Accessibility Guide - Learn how to create and verify accessible PDFs with Adobe Acrobat. https://lnkd.in/eE3xkzi8 CommonLook on PDF Tagging and Reading Order - Understand the importance of PDF tagging and reading order for accessibility. https://lnkd.in/efTFueEZ WebAIM's Techniques for PDF Accessibility - Explore comprehensive techniques for creating accessible PDFs using Adobe Acrobat. https://lnkd.in/dcHbKywa PDF Accessibility Checker (PAC 3) - Use this free tool to verify the accessibility of your PDF files. https://lnkd.in/eaM9-xE6 If you have other tools that you find effective for making digital content more accessible, please share them in the comments. Ensuring accessibility isn't just good practice—it's essential. Let's work together to make digital content inclusive for everyone. #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #PDFAccessibility #PublicSector [Video Description: A laptop is centered against a white background, occupying most of the space. On the laptop screen, three PDF icons are displayed in a row. Below them are five circular icons with faceless cartoon headshots in a row. A small green circular icon with a tick appears beneath each headshot. Above the laptop is navy blue text reading: ‘How to make your PDFs accessible for everyone,’ with ‘accessible’ in bold for emphasis.]

Many digital designers overlook accessibility, describing it as anything other than beautiful and often complaining of its limitations. Ironic right? According to the World Health Organisation, 1.3 billion people globally, or 1 in 6, have some form of disability. In 2023, over 96% of the top one million web pages had accessibility issues. (Themeisle - https://lnkd.in/eEVYYBDG) So, how can you ensure #BeautifulAccessibility in your organisation's designs? Grab Your Audience's Attention: Designers and creators can use vibrant, high-contrast colour palettes. This results in big, bold, beautiful, and impactful designs that grab attention for everyone. Check Colour Contrast: Ensure that the contrast between text and background colour is at least 4.5:1, to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Note that very high contrast can make reading difficult for some, including those with dyslexia and colour vision deficiencies. Be Direct and Clear: Simplify text and information to allow brands to make big statements quickly. This saves time for designers, developers, and users. WCAG recommends aiming for a reading age of 9. We would love to hear your tips on implementing #BeautifulAccessibility in the comments below. [Video description - A statistic is written in dark blue to the left of the image, and reads: '96% of the top one million web pages had accessibility issues in 2023'. The numbers of the percentage are animated, and begins at 0% quickly increasing until it reaches 96%. On the right, the corner of a mobile screen can be seen with the dictionary definition of the word "design". Along the bottom of the video is a maroon footer, in line with Invuse branding] #Accessibility #AccessibilityInTheWorkPlace #PublicSector #AccessibilityMatters

Did you know 1 in 5 people in the UK may struggle to use your website? Do you know who they are and what barriers stop them coming to you? Making changes to your content, information architecture and accessibility can help your business: 1. Include everyone Accessibility means everyone can use your website, no matter their abilities, to get the information, services, and products they need. 2. Make it easy for everyone Designing websites, apps, and physical spaces with accessibility in mind improves usability for everyone. This can result in higher customer satisfaction and loyalty. 3. Reach more customers There are more than 14 million disabled people in the UK with a spending power of £274 billion, according to the UK Government Disability Unit. Prioritising accessibility can help you reach an often overlooked market segment. 4. Increase trust Demonstrate your commitment to social responsibility and inclusivity. This enhances public perception of your brand, builds trust, and strengthens your relationship with customers. 5. Stay legal In the UK all public sector organisations must meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards and, from October 2024, services will be monitored for WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. Non-compliance can result in legal actions, fines, and reputational damage. Invuse supports organisations with accessibility training, auditing, and implementation. Learn more about how we can help everyone access your site: https://lnkd.in/esqJZhYw #Accessibility #AccessibilityInTheWorkplace #PublicSector #AccessibilityMatters #WebsiteAccessibility [Video description - The question Did you know? is written above a laptop. 5 white circles appear on the screen, each containing an illustration of the head and shoulders of a person. Each face is featureless except for hair. The circles move forward out of the screen and are displayed in the middle of the video. A red outline then highlights each of the circles in turn. Under the circles the words "1 in 5 users struggle with your website" appear.]

Information Architecture (IA) - keeping it simple. Creating a user-friendly navigation can seem complex, confusing, and daunting. It doesn't have to be, and will benefit both your users and your organisation: 1. Improved Accessibility and Usability A well-designed IA enables users to quickly and efficiently find the information they need. This is critical for public services, where users need important information or services fast. 2. Inclusion and Equity User-centred IA makes navigation easy for everyone, including people with disabilities, non-native speakers, and those who have lower levels of digital literacy. By focusing on user needs in the design process your IA can remove barriers that might stop some users from accessing services. 3. Reduced Support Costs A well-structured IA helps people to self serve. Reducing support enquiries and calls allows staff to focus on more complex issues. Find out how our experts can help you engage with users to create a user-centred navigation for your platform: https://lnkd.in/dx28JZJJ #IA #InformationArchitecture #UserExperience #ContentAudit #ContentStrategy #Accessibility #PublicSector [Video description - The screen is divided diagonally into two sections in pink and blue. In the centre there is an outline of a workflow, which appears to be hand drawn in white. Above this the words Information Architecture appear, then the phrase "Why You Need To Keep It Simple..." appears below the workflow.]