The platform is exciting because it shows what the future of inclusive design can look like when you bring innovation and technology together. It also reinforces how important it is to have experts involved at every stage and when accessibility isn't just an afterthought. The Platform has become my go-to hub, not only when I am trying to understand practical implementation of compliance requirements but also when trying to pro-actively build better web experiences for our audiences. I've passively learned so much about building more accessible design through my interactions with the platform and it's really helped me take accessibility from a compliance checkbox into something that I have better understanding of and feel motivated to meaningfully take ownership over. I use the best practice guides (e.g. for Web Accessibility Content Guidelines) as a standard when building out new content and regularly find myself referring back to them when reviewing content created by others.

I appreciate that the platform highlights all the areas of my web application that need attention. It also lets me group related issues and address them together, which helps me get the best bang for my buck. Being able to track status and clearly see what’s still outstanding is useful for prioritizing where we focus our attention. Lastly, the automation features, including running scans periodically or on demand, are really important for making sure we’re not reintroducing issues and for staying ahead of recurring problems. While we have an integration with Azure DevOps, we haven't maximized its usefulness quite yet, but are eager to set that up.

What I like most is its combination of automated scanning and professional manual accessibility testing. It not only quickly locates compliance issues but also provides clear, actionable repair guidance for developers. Besides, the continuous monitoring function can automatically detect new accessibility risks after website updates, helping our team maintain long-term WCAG and Section 508 compliance efficiently.