ISO 9241-171: Software Accessibility
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Date added 26 November 2008
Last edited 12 November 2009
Full Title
ISO 9241-171: Ergonomics of Human-system Interaction - Part 171: Guidance on Software Accessibility
Description
ISO 9241-171 gives guidance on the ergonomics of a wide range of software to ensure design for accessibility, and increased usability. It addresses the needs of a many different users with a wide range of physical, sensory or cognitive abilities. It does not address the additional use of assistive technology by some users. The guidance is designed for those charged with the design, development, evaluation or procurement of software systems and their operating platforms.
Standards Developing Organisations
None.
Rights
No information available.
Lifecycle Action
- Access, Use and Reuse
Standard Framework
- Electronic Records Management Standards
Standard Type
- Design Standards
Current Version
- 2008 - ISO 9241-171: Ergonomics of Human-system Interaction - Part 171: Guidance on Software Accessibility [external]
- Full text available for purchase from ISO.
Further Information
- Wikipedia entry for ISO 9241 [external]
- Wikipedia entry for Usability [external]
Alternative Current Versions
None.
Previous Versions
- 2003 - (ISO/TS 16071: Ergonomics of Human-System Interaction - Guidance on Accessibility for Human-Computer Interfaces) [external]
- Withdrawn
- 2006 - ISO/DIS 9241-171: Ergonomics of Human-System Interaction - Part 171: Guidance on Software Accessibility
- Superseded
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