How to Find a Qualified VPAT Service Provider

A qualified VPAT service provider is a vendor or independent practitioner who can accurately complete a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template and produce a credible Accessibility Conformance Report. Qualification rests on three things: the provider conducts a manual accessibility evaluation against the correct standard, the auditor has documented experience with WCAG success criteria and assistive technology, … Read more

Questions to Ask a VPAT Provider About Methodology

Before you hire a VPAT service provider, the methodology behind their work matters more than the price tag on the engagement. A credible provider conducts a fully manual accessibility audit against the WCAG version and level you need, then maps those findings into the ACR. The right questions reveal whether the provider actually evaluates your … Read more