Accessible Archive - Large Scale Document Remediation for AODA Compliance

Scalable, On-Demand Accessibility for Large Document Repositories

Executive Summary

Organizations with large digital libraries, such as universities, government agencies, publishers, museums, and corporations, are under increasing pressure to provide accessible versions of their content to meet global disability and inclusion laws. But full-scale remediation of millions of documents is rarely practical or budget-friendly.

The Accessible Archive offers a scalable, just-in-time approach to document accessibility. Instead of converting every document in advance, this system makes archived content instantly available in accessible formats only when requested. The result is lower costs, faster deployment, and compliant, user-friendly output across a range of needs, including for blind, low-vision, and other print-impaired users.

The Accessible Archive Model

The Accessible Archive is designed to handle the scale and complexity of institutional digital libraries without requiring full pre-processing or re-engineering.

Key Capabilities:

On-Demand Accessibility: Files are processed only when requested by a user. This reduces unnecessary work and maximizes value.
Multiple Output Formats:
- Accessible HTML
- Tagged PDF
- MP3 audio
- Braille-ready BRF
- Large print
Cloud or On-Prem Deployment: Choose between a cloud API for easy integration or a fully private on-premises installation.
AI-Enhanced, Human-Optional: Most files are handled by AI. Optional human remediation paths can be added, but most organizations find them unnecessary.
Automatic Reprocessing: Cached files are automatically reprocessed as the technology improves. You never have to redo previous work.
Flexible Licensing: Per-document pricing with rollover bundles. Maintenance plans ensure long-term value and support.

Who It’s For

This solution was created for institutions with large, growing, or complex repositories of public-facing or internally accessed documents, including:

University digital archives: Dissertations, research reports, scanned publications
Government and municipal libraries: Zoning records, scanned forms, policies
Healthcare networks: Patient education materials, procedural documents
Legal and financial repositories: Court filings, legal opinions, contracts
Publishers and syndication platforms: Journals, magazines, textbooks, datasets
Museums and cultural institutions: Digitized exhibits, oral history transcripts, donor records

Benefits

Streamlined Compliance: Meet global standards like WCAG, ADA Title II, Section 508, AODA, and the EU Accessibility Directive without pre-converting millions of files.
Lower Long-Term Costs: Only pay for what gets accessed. Maintenance plans include automatic upgrades.
Privacy Options Built In: On-premises installations keep documents fully private. Cloud API also available with enterprise security.
User-Centered Output: Formats are optimized for screen readers, Braille displays, large print users, and audio consumption.

Why It Works

The Accessible Archive was designed by developers who use assistive technology themselves. That means it prioritizes:

Fast, real-time delivery of accessible formats
Low overhead for IT teams
Simple API-first integration
Reliable compliance with WCAG and PDF/UA standards

Unlike traditional remediation workflows, this system avoids wasting time and money on unused content. Accessibility is provided where and when it is needed, without compromise.

Next Steps

For organizations looking to meet accessibility goals without overhauling their entire archive, the Accessible Archive provides a sustainable and compliant path forward. Whether your repository contains ten thousand documents or ten million, you do not have to choose between compliance and practicality.

Call 1-844-795-8324 or email sales@canasstech.com to discuss options and pricing.