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HP documents the accessibility features of products offered to public
sector customers through our voluntary
product accessibility template (VPAT) database. In 2006, this included
information for 67% of applicable HP products (compared with 72% in 2005
and 65% in 2004). We extended the list of applicable products in 2006
to include servers, which accounts for this decrease.
We partner with over 50 of the largest assistive technology (AT) vendors
worldwide to ensure compatibility with their specialized products. They
receive free membership of our Developer and Solution Partner Program,
enabling them to use HP technologies and products and to benefit from
technical, sales and marketing support.
We work with others to raise awareness of accessible ICT products. For
example, during 2006 we provided accessibility newsletters to employees,
customers and suppliers. HP is donating PCs for a U.S. network of Microsoft
Accessibility Resource Centers where businesses, schools, and individuals
receive advice and training.
Our product design teams are exploring ways to enhance accessibility
and comfort for users. For example, our HP
XB3000 series Expansion Base allows customers to adjust display height
for improved comfort.
Our website (www.hp.com)
is designed to support Worldwide
Web Consortium (W3C) Guidelines and Section
508 web accessibility standards. The U.S. National Federation for the Blind recertified HP as an e-business
leader for web accessibility in 2006 for the fourth consecutive year.
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