TecAccess Selected as a Presenter for IDEAS 2005 Conference

For More Information:
Contact: Paul Spicer
Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications
(804) 749-3565
info@tecaccess.net

Rockville, VA-- July 25, 2005-- TecAccess, a world leader in Section 508 compliance and electronic and information technology (E&IT) accessibility solutions, is honored to be selected as a presenter for the fourth consecutive year at the Interagency Disability Educational Awareness Showcase (IDEAS).

The conference will be held September 28th and 29th , 2005, at the New Washington Convention Center. Debra Ruh, President and Founder of TecAccess, will present a workshop, entitled "E&IT/Web Accessibility Testing Tools and Methodologies," on Wednesday, September 28 from 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM.

The presentation will focus on different testing approaches to determine Section 508 compliance for websites and E&IT applications. During the session, Mrs. Ruh and expert panelists will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using automated accessibility testing tools. The presentation will also examine when skilled persons with disabilities should be employed to test E&IT products manually. Additionally, Mrs. Ruh will describe the pros and cons of employing human testers to determine compliance. She will further provide examples of Best Practices in compliance testing.

About IDEAS

Beginning in 1987, The Interagency Disability Educational Showcase (IDEAS) has been a cornerstone event with the Federal government regarding free E&IT, accessibility laws and regulations, and current accessibility issues. IDEAS will hold sessions on emergency preparedness, workforce accommodations, and Section 508 marketing techniques.

To learn more about the IDEAS exhibition and conferences, visit IDEAS 508 (www.ideas508.com).

About TecAccess

TecAccess is the most awarded risk management and accessibility consultancy in the world. TecAccess turns potential risks into a marketplace advantage through leading accessibility services and products. With a focus on Section 508 compliance, TecAccess makes Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) accessible to the world´s largest and fastest growing demographic - people with disabilities. TecAccess is a certified Woman-Owned and SBA certified 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB).

For further information about TecAccess, please call: (804) 749-3565, e-mail info@tecaccess.net, or visit our website at www.TecAccess.net.

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