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| | SEPTEMBER 20236CIOReviewDigital accessibility has seen remarkable advancements in recent years, opening up new avenues for inclusivity, empowerment, and equal participation in the digital age. AI and ML are the key architects of this transformation. These technologies are being employed to automate identifying and rectifying accessibility issues on websites and applications. AI-driven chatbots and virtual assistants also provide real-time support to users with disabilities, offering immediate solutions to their specific needs.The rise of responsive web design has made websites and applications more adaptable to various devices and screen sizes, benefiting users with disabilities who may rely on different technologies to access content. Incorporating inclusive design principles from the outset of product development has become a best practice. This approach not only ensures that digital products are accessible but also fosters innovation by challenging designers to think creatively about how to make technology work for everyone. The benefits of digital accessibility are far-reaching. It promotes social inclusion by allowing individuals with disabilities to engage fully in society. It also has economic implications, opening doors to employment opportunities and a more diverse customer base. By embracing digital accessibility, we foster a world where technology empowers everyone, regardless of their abilities, and equality and empathy guide our digital interactions.In this edition of CIOReview, we highlight the key developments in the digital accessibility space and how companies leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance services. It features a thought leadership article from Rodrigo Chamusca, Digital Business and Technology Executive Manager at Oil & Gas Company in Brazil at Ocyan, who sheds light on the benefits of digital transformation in the oil and gas field. Digitization has enabled oil and gas companies to optimize processes, reduce costs and unlock new sources of value. It also features Jenny Arden, Chief Design Officer, Zillow, who explains how AI and ML will power digital transformation in real estate.This edition also brings stories of companies that carved a path toward a digitally accessible future to overcome obstacles.This edition features most promising digital accessibility solutions providers, and we hope that you find the right partner to meet your business requirements.Let us know your thoughts!EditorialA Pathway to Inclusivity and EquityCopyright © 2023 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.CIOReviewEmail:sales@cioreview.comeditor@cioreview.commarketing@cioreview.com September - 24 - 2023, Vol 12, Issue - 95 (ISSN 2644-237X) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to CIOReviewVisit www.cioreview.com CIOReviewEditorial StaffAaron PierceCarolynn WaltersShirley FaithRussell ThomasGina ClumskyYenny TurnerTiffany HayworthAbner LawrenceVisualizersWill Fort*Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsJustin Smith Managing Editoreditor@cioreview.comManaging EditorJustin Smith
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