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Draft RPwD Rules 2026 applicability and scope for enterprises, covering websites, mobile apps, digital documents, software, ICT services and procured technology.

Draft RPwD Rules 2026: Who Does It Apply To?

By Akashdeep Bansal If you have read about the Draft RPwD Amendment Rules, 2026, one of the first questions your organisation may ask is: “Do these proposed requirements apply to us?” It is an important question—but answering it requires looking beyond your company’s website or even its turnover. The draft published by the Department of […]

EN 301 549 V4.1.0 accessibility compliance reassessment for digital products

Already Compliant with EN 301 549? What to Reassess for V4.1.0

Your organization completed an accessibility audit. Issues were fixed and perhaps you also have an accessibility conformance report. Does that mean you are covered under EN 301 549 V4.1.0? Not necessarily. There are two important reasons: The standard may have changed. And your product may have changed. Here is what organizations should consider reassessing. 1. […]

Draft RPwD Rules 2026: enterprise preparation for digital accessibility compliance, including assessment, remediation and ongoing compliance.

Draft RPwD Rules 2026: Why Enterprises Should Start Preparing for Digital Accessibility Now

For many organisations, digital accessibility has historically competed with multiple technology and compliance priorities. A website redesign needs to go live. A new mobile application is being launched. Security vulnerabilities require immediate attention. Regulatory requirements have deadlines. Product teams have their own roadmaps. Accessibility, therefore, can sometimes get pushed to the next release or the […]

EN 301 549 V4.1.0 accessibility compliance update for businesses operating in Europe

EN 301 549 V4.1.0: What Businesses Need to Know

If your organization offers digital products or services in Europe, accessibility increasingly needs to be part of your compliance, product, and technology roadmap. The final draft of EN 301 549 V4.1.0, published in June 2026, updates Europe’s accessibility standard for ICT products and services. Importantly, this version has been prepared to provide a voluntary means […]

Enterprise accessibility governance framework connecting policy, accountability, processes, training, monitoring and continuous improvement

From Accessibility Compliance to Accessibility Governance

Building an enterprise capability, not just checking a box. Most organisations think of accessibility as a compliance exercise—run an audit, fix the issues, and move on. While compliance is a necessary step, it is not enough to create inclusive digital experiences at scale. The real shift happens when accessibility moves from a one-time activity to […]

Enterprise CMS interface showing accessibility issues such as missing alt text, incorrect heading hierarchy, unlabeled form fields, and poor keyboard navigation, with a workflow illustrating accessibility issues being caught early and resolved through accessible-by-design practices.

The Accessibility Trap: How ATAG Prevents Costly Accessibility Issues

By Disha Over the past three years of auditing digital products, I have witnessed the same story unfold across organizations of every size. But over the last year, the story has taken on a new urgency. I’ve been working closely with businesses that are completely new to digital accessibility. Most of them didn’t begin this […]

Illustration of a broken CAPTCHA checkbox highlighting how traditional CAPTCHA systems create accessibility barriers for people with disabilities.

CAPTCHA Accessibility Explained: The Hidden Barrier Keeping Millions Out

By Vaishnavi I was trying to log into a well-known website recently. Standard stuff.  Then came the CAPTCHA, a complex Captcha. First, it showed me a gesture challenge — a reference animal was shown clearly pointing in a direction, and I had to rotate a second image of another animal to match that same direction. […]

Digital accessibility beyond compliance, highlighting business growth, ESG leadership, governance, inclusion, and recognition with accessible website and mobile experiences.

Digital Accessibility Is More Than Compliance: It’s a Path to Recognition, ESG Leadership, and Business Growth

By Akashdeep Bansal, Founder & CEO, SaralX For years, digital accessibility has largely been viewed through the lens of legal compliance. Organizations often begin their accessibility journey only when responding to regulations, customer complaints, or legal risks. While compliance remains important, it tells only part of the story. At SaralX, we believe the conversation around […]

Accessibility professional reviewing IAAP certification pathways including CPACC, WAS, CPWA, and ADS while conducting WCAG compliance testing and assistive technology evaluation in a collaborative workplace.

IAAP Certification: What It Really Means for Accessibility Professionals and Organizations

By Akashdeep Bansal, Founder and CEO – SaralX Accessibility Pvt. Ltd. As awareness about digital accessibility continues to grow, more organizations are looking for ways to demonstrate their commitment to inclusion. During our conversations with clients, partners, and industry professionals, we often come across a common misconception: “Is your company IAAP certified?” The short answer […]