Welcome to the PRLS Support Site. Below is the PRLS Support Blog and you can navigate the menu above to find support for library staff and board members. If you need additional help, please call 1-800-567-9024.
Enhancing Website Accessibility with accessiBe: A Game-Changer for Inclusive Online Experiences

Enhancing Website Accessibility with accessiBe: A Game-Changer for Inclusive Online Experiences

In today’s digital age, websites play a crucial role in our lives, from connecting people and businesses to facilitating online transactions. However, a significant challenge many websites face is providing equal access and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities. This is why Parkland has chosen to integrate accessiBe™ to our new and improved websites. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the main features and benefits of this online accessibility software.
accessiBe™ is designed to ensure websites comply with various accessibility regulations. Having accessiBe™ integrated into your website avoids potential legal implications and ensures that everyone can access your content without barriers.
One of the key advantages of accessiBe™ is its AI-powered technology. With its advanced machine learning algorithms, accessiBe™ scans and analyzes website elements, making them accessible to users with disabilities. It automatically adjusts text sizes, contrasts, colors, and navigation menus to meet individual needs. This approach saves time, effort, and resources by eliminating the need for manual adjustments and ensuring continuous compliance.
accessiBe™ caters to various disabilities, including visual impairments, cognitive and neurological conditions, and mobility limitations. It provides compatibility with screen readers, keyboard navigation, custom text-to-speech, and dyslexia-friendly settings. By accommodating diverse needs, accessiBe™ enables users with disabilities to browse your website independently, improving their overall user experience.
Integration of accessiBe™ doesn’t compromise the user interface or design of your website. Its overlay interface is intuitive and non-intrusive, allowing users to enable or disable accessibility features according to their preferences. The customizable interface ensures a seamless user experience that aligns with your website’s branding and style.
accessiBe™ continuously monitors website updates, making real-time adjustments to maintain accessibility. Whether you add new content, modify elements, or implement design changes, accessiBe™ adapts and ensures accessibility remains intact. This proactive approach eliminates manual monitoring and adjustments, providing a reliable and efficient accessibility solution.
Parkland Regional Library System is the first Library System in Alberta to have such intensive accessibility built into our website.