Standards / Sector schemes
VPAT Accessibility conformance
Documents how a product meets accessibility standards such as WCAG and Section 508.
Core documents AMS builds
- Accessibility audit
- Conformance report
- Remediation plan
Drafted from your actual processes and systems, then kept under version control with review dates.
The path to VPAT
Six steps from first conversation to VPAT. AMS and our consultants handle each one with you.
- 1Scope
Define which sites, teams, processes and systems VPAT will cover.
- 2Gap assessment
Compare what you do today with every VPAT requirement and list what is missing.
- 3Documents
Write the policies, procedures and records VPAT expects, starting with the accessibility audit.
- 4Implement and collect evidence
Put the processes into daily work and capture proof that they run, on a schedule.
- 5Internal review
Check readiness with an internal audit or self-assessment, and close the findings.
- 6Formal assessment
An authorized assessor reviews your evidence and confirms your level, label or conformance report.
VPAT questions
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How long does VPAT implementation take?
Most organizations need about 4–8 weeks, depending on size, number of sites and how much is already in place. A gap assessment gives a firm estimate.
What documents does VPAT require?
Core documents usually include: accessibility audit, conformance report, remediation plan. AMS drafts them from your actual processes and keeps them under version control.
Can VPAT be combined with other standards?
Yes. VPAT is often run together with IATF 16949, AS9100, CMMI. AMS maps shared requirements, so one record can count toward several standards.
How does AMS help with VPAT?
AMS runs the full VPAT program: scoping, gap assessment, documents, evidence capture, internal audits, corrective actions and the audit pack for your certification body.