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Ignoring Accessibility is Costing You More Than You Realize
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Neil Barnfather from GoodMaps joins host Søren Vasø in this episode of Spatial Experience Design to discuss the future of accessibility in indoor navigation. We explore how advancements in computer vision, real-time guidance, and AI-driven mapping are reshaping how people with disabilities navigate complex spaces like airports, malls, and stadiums. The conversation dives into the upcoming European Accessibility Act, which mandates digital accessibility in mapping, and what this means for businesses. We also unpack the financial case for accessibility, highlighting why ignoring it could be costing venues more than they realize.
Key Topics:
Digital accessibility in indoor navigation
European Accessibility Act and compliance requirements
Wayfinding solutions for blind, low-vision, deaf, and deafblind users
Accessibility-driven improvements to customer experience
AI and computer vision in navigation technology
The economic benefits of prioritizing accessibility
Additional Resources:
From the EU Commission: European Accessibility Act
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