27 May 2026
Accessible communication is about more than just providing information – it’s about making sure people can access and understand it in a way that works for them. For many people, audio can provide a more flexible, comfortable and accessible alternative to printed text. Whether someone is blind or visually impaired, has dyslexia, experiences screen fatigue …
27 March 2025
We hear the terms ‘inclusivity’ and ‘accessibility’ a lot these days, but what is that all about? ‘Inclusivity’ means including all types of people, things or ideas and treating them all fairly and equally. Including the disabled community is a big part of being inclusive. Whereas ‘accessibility’ is the quality of being able to be reached. …
8 December 2023
Have you ever wondered what goes into producing an audio version of a text document? It’s more complicated than you might think! There are a few things to think about before one of our audio transcribers even begins to record the document: Before recording Depending on the length of the document, the first thing our …
13 October 2023
You’ve been asked for an audio version of your magazine or letter. You know it’s important for accessibility, but what does ‘an audio version’ mean? And how can you arrange to get one? Let A2i help you with your audio needs Documents translated into an audio format are useful for people who are print …
4 October 2023
Since July of this year, financial services organisations have been expected to follow new rules that govern how they should treat their customers, especially more vulnerable customers. If you are an organisation that offers financial services such as banking, insurance or investment, this is for you. We want to help you keep up to date …
23 June 2022
If you have a form or survey, and you’re getting it transcribed into alternative formats such as Braille, Audio, Easy Read or British Sign Language video – that’s great. But have you thought about how people who read the Braille document, or listen to the audio, are going to respond? They can’t just fill in …
4 November 2020
Many offices are shut during the pandemic, and the way organisations are sending out information is changing rapidly for many, but remember that the Equality Act 2010 still applies and your documents need to be accessible. Commercial and private organisations who supply documents such as bills and magazines/journals that customers have subscribed to, need to …
12 November 2018
Did you know that 71% of disabled customers with access needs will click away from a website that they find difficult to use? And did you also know that 1 in 10 adults in the UK now listen to audiobooks? So, making your information accessible online in audio is vital if you want to reach …
28 September 2018
Going to the theatre is special. Whether it’s to see a colourful musical, the latest smash-hit play or a festive family pantomime, these are treats that we should all be able to enjoy. Having a physical, sensory or mental disability does not mean you cannot experience the thrill of live performance. Did you know that …
12 June 2018
“No thanks, we don’t need your accessibility services – we don’t have any blind customers…” As a company devoted to making information accessible to people who are blind and visually-impaired, this is something we hear quite a lot. And, to be honest, it’s a little frustrating. Businesses and services should understand that customers often don’t ask …