Accessibility is more than a compliance requirement—it’s a commitment to inclusivity. Accessibility in Jira is crucial to ensuring that all users, including those with visual impairments, can fully engage with the platform. Unstoppable is an innovative solution that bridges the accessibility gap in popular tools like Jira and Confluence, making them more usable for visually impaired users. This blog will introduce Unstoppable, explore its key features, and demonstrate its impact in real-world scenarios.
What is Unstoppable?
Unstoppable is an innovative accessibility plugin developed to enhance accessibility in Jira, Jira Service Management, and Confluence. Its primary goal is to ensure that everyone can use these essential tools effectively regardless of their visual abilities. With compatibility across leading screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver, Unstoppable ensures that Jira is accessible to all users.
Key Features of Unstoppable
508 and WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Unstoppable empowers organizations to meet critical accessibility standards in Jira, JSM, and Confluence, specifically Section 508 and WCAG 2.1. These compliance measures are crucial for ensuring that the digital content is accessible to users with disabilities. By integrating Unstoppable, companies can demonstrate their commitment to accessibility and avoid potential legal pitfalls associated with non-compliance.
Auto-Image Captioning
Visual content is often a barrier for visually impaired users. Meanwhile, tools like Jira and Confluence have many images, graphs, and charts, and users generally don’t caption them. Unstoppable negates this issue with auto-image captioning in Jira and Confluence. This functionality automatically generates descriptive captions for images, making visual content accessible to visually impaired users and ensuring everyone can access essential discussions, visual representations, and decisions.
Intuitive Keyboard Shortcuts
Unstoppable also introduces a suite of intuitive keyboard shortcuts that streamline navigation. These shortcuts can make the difference between a frustrating and a seamless experience for users relying on screen readers. By simplifying access to various features and content, Unstoppable ensures that users can interact with Jira and Confluence more efficiently.
User Experience Enhancements
Improved Navigation for Enhanced Accessibility in Jira
Unstoppable improves the navigation in your Atlassian tools. The plugin optimizes ARIA labels and removes keyboard traps, which are crucial for screen readers. Additionally, Unstoppable provides full keyboard access, ensuring that users can navigate Jira and Confluence without relying on a mouse, which is vital for those with limited vision.
High-Contrast Mode
To further support accessibility in Jira & Confluence, Unstoppable offers a high-contrast mode. This feature increases the contrast between text and background, making content more accessible to read and interact with, especially for users with low vision or color blindness.
Auto-Enable Accessibility
Unstoppable’s auto-enable feature further enhances Confluence and Jira Jira’s accessibility by automatically detecting screen reader usage and enabling relevant accessibility options. This ensures that visually impaired users can immediately use Jira with the necessary support.
Real-World Impact
Unstoppable has already made a significant impact on organizations looking to improve accessibility. Here are a few examples of its real-world application:
- Case Studies: Companies across various industries have successfully implemented Unstoppable, resulting in more inclusive workplaces. These organizations have seen increased engagement and productivity from visually impaired employees, demonstrating the tangible benefits of enhanced accessibility.
- User Testimonials: Feedback from users has been overwhelmingly positive. Many have praised Unstoppable for making Jira and Confluence more accessible and easier to use. One user noted, “Unstoppable has transformed my daily workflow. I can now navigate Jira without the constant frustration I used to feel.”
Getting Started with Unstoppable
Installation and Setup
You can easily install and configure the plugin within Jira and Confluence. Once installed, Unstoppable integrates seamlessly with existing workflows, providing immediate benefits. A step-by-step guide is available to assist users in the setup process, ensuring a smooth transition.
Free Trial
A 30-day free trial is available to encourage organizations to experience Unstoppable’s benefits firsthand. This trial allows potential users to explore the plugin’s features and assess its impact on their accessibility initiatives before committing. We encourage users to try the software and test it in your QA instance before deploying in production.
Conclusion
Accessibility should be a priority for every organization. By implementing Unstoppable, companies can make Jira and Confluence more inclusive, ensuring all users access essential tools equally. If you’re ready to enhance your accessibility efforts, consider trying Unstoppable today. For more information or support, visit our Unstoppable page or contact our team for a demo directly.
