Beyond Compliance: Is AI the Future of Workplace Accessibility? With Hector Minto

From compliance to empowerment, accessibility that works for all

Ever felt like workplace accessibility is just another box to tick? Think again. It’s the secret sauce to innovation, inclusion, and business success. But how do you go beyond the bare minimum to build a workplace that truly works for everyone?

In this episode, we chat with Hector Minto, Microsoft’s Global Director of Commercial Accessibility, about the real deal on accessibility. We get into how generative AI is a game-changer for neurodiversity, the massive business perks of a diverse team, and the legal stuff every organisation needs to know. Hector shares how partners, like Transparity, are crucial in turning accessibility from a goal into a reality.

Tune in to discover how to build a workplace where technology works for everyone.

Meet the Speakers

Hector Minto

Director Commercial Accessibility, Microsoft
Microsoft Tech Evangelist for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Subject Matter Expert in accessibility, assistive technology and disability issues. Previously, co-creator of the learning curve for eyegaze technology, a pedagogy for children (and often adults) to embrace technology despite complex physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities.

Susannah Jeffery

Business Development Manager
Passionate about how tech can enable people and businesses to reach their goals. Expert in advising businesses, especially the Manufacturing sector, on the Microsoft eco-system. With a background in communications I also strongly believe that tech can enable people and communities to engage more effectively and productively

Case Study

"I can do it now" RNIB Transform with Copilot for Accessibility

When the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) sought to overcome digital barriers hindering their blind and partially sighted employees, we partnered with them to implement Microsoft 365 Copilot for accessibility—delivering not just technology, but empowering change. By providing tailored training and ongoing support, we enabled RNIB’s workforce to harness Copilot’s accessibility features, resulting in employees completing tasks independently, saving up to 4 hours a week, and enjoying a notable 11% boost in workweek efficiency. This collaboration has transformed the RNIB employee experience, turning accessibility challenges into opportunities for autonomy, productivity, and lasting impact.

Greater Autonomy
Time Savings
Increased Productivity

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