State of Accessibility – Understanding EN301549 Version 4.1

A major update to one of the world’s most comprehensive accessibility standards is on the way. In this episode, host David Sloan, Chief Accessibility Officer at Vispero, joins Dave Swallow, UX Scripting and Kiosk Practice Manager at Vispero, for a practical conversation about EN301549 Version 4.1, the European Standard for Accessibility Requirements for ICT products and services, and what its publication means for organizations building and maintaining accessible digital products.

They cover:

• What EN301549 is and why it goes further than WCAG
• The difference between EN301549 and the European Accessibility Act (EAA), and how they work together
• EN301549’s global reach and adoption in Canada, Australia, Kenya, India, Japan, and beyond
• Practical advice for organizations on how to use EN301549, whether or not they are subject to the EAA
• Whether EN301549 could influence a future update to Section 508 in the US

Whether you are new to EN301549 or have been following it for years, this episode offers a clear, practical breakdown of the standard and why it matters now.