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Section 508 Compliance for Professional Services Websites

Meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for professional services organizations.

Why Section 508 Matters for Professional Services

Professional Services organizations must meet Section 508 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

Section 508 is the recognized standard for professional services accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need professional services services

Section 508 Requirements for Professional Services

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for professional services websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for professional services websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for professional services websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for professional services websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for professional services websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Professional Services Websites

Issue

Team/leadership pages lacking structure

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Service descriptions with poor heading hierarchy

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Client portal login inaccessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Case studies in inaccessible formats

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Professional Services Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to professional services.

Professional Services Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common professional services accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your professional services site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Professional Services Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for professional services websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Professional Services organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with Section 508 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common Section 508 issues in professional services?

Common issues include team/leadership pages lacking structure, service descriptions with poor heading hierarchy, client portal login inaccessible. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against professional services organizations.

How do I test professional services sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on professional services-specific workflows like team/leadership pages lacking structure.

Ready to Achieve Section 508 Compliance for Your Professional Services Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your professional services site stands with Section 508 requirements.