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Accessibility Info
The Smartsheet Web VPAT highlights areas where the platform partially supports accessibility standards based on WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA. Accessibility challenges include missing or improperly associated labels for form fields, radio buttons, and table elements, making them difficult for screen reader users to navigate. The logical reading and focus orders are inconsistent in some areas, leading to navigation difficulties. Interactive elements, such as buttons and pagination controls, often lack programmatically defined names, roles, and states, further impeding assistive technology compatibility.
Smartsheet has issues with keyboard accessibility, such as elements that cannot be navigated or activated via keyboard and focus traps in areas like the Gantt View grid. Color is occasionally used as the sole indicator for certain information, which poses challenges for users with visual impairments. Contrast ratios for text and non-text content often fail to meet minimum requirements, and some elements lack visible focus indicators, creating barriers for keyboard users. Error messages and status updates are not always communicated effectively to assistive technologies.
Tool Description
SmartSheet is a collaborative work management platform that lets you plan, execute, and report on work in one place. It’s a flexible and scalable platform for managing projects, programs, and processes across your organization. A great online spreadsheet ecosystem.
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How to Get or Use This Tool
Access the free version of Smartsheet on their website. Employees at Lane can learn more about accessing and using Smartsheet with a pro account by contacting the IT help desk.
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Pros
- Highly customizable for managing projects, tasks, and online collaboration.
- Some accounts are available, and there are free forever plans with paid options starting at $7/month.
- Powerful analytics and reporting tools for informed decision-making.
- Robust data protection and compliance with industry standards.
Cons
- No real-time updates in SmartSheet pages can limit collaboration.
- Time tracking and resource management may need additional add-ons.
- SmartSheet's interface can be challenging for new users to master.