# ISO 9241-171 Software Accessibility

> Global

ISO 9241-171 provides ergonomic guidance for the accessibility of software - desktop applications, enterprise systems and embedded interfaces that fall outside the purely web-focused scope of WCAG. We assess software usability for people with a wide range of abilities against its recommendations.

## Who needs to comply

Vendors of desktop, enterprise and embedded software and their procurement teams.

## Key requirements

- **Software-specific criteria** - Covers installed applications and system UIs beyond web pages.
- **Ergonomics of interaction** - Input, output, focus, feedback and adaptability for diverse abilities.
- **Procurement evidence** - Conformance documentation for buyers who cite ISO 9241 in tenders.

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