Summary
Users can use this article to learn about SilkTide and YuJa Panorama, two tools deployed by DTS to support WCAG 2.1 AA digital accessibility compliance ahead of the April 24, 2026, federal deadline.
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Overview
Federal requirements mandate that digital content meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards by April 24, 2026. This applies to all digital content, including:
- Email
- Websites and intranets
- Mobile applications
- Online documents and forms
The Department of Technology Solutions (DTS) is leading the systemwide rollout of tools to support compliance efforts.
Tool 1: SilkTide (Website Accessibility)
Purpose
Identifies and assesses website accessibility issues across assigned sites.
Key Details
- Purchased by DTS as the systemwide accessibility scanning tool
- Access is limited to selected individuals whose responsibilities align with ADA digital accessibility compliance activities
- DTS will provision accounts; users will receive a setup email once their account is created
- SilkTide identifies issues only — fixes must be made outside the tool using existing website editing methods
- Users can build personal dashboards; system-level dashboards are used for overall reporting
Escalation
- Form: Accessibility | Silktide
- Resp Group: UT_Accessibility_Silktide
SilkTide Resources
Tool 2: YuJa Panorama (Course Content Accessibility)
Purpose
Supports accessibility within LMS course content.
Key Details
- Integrates directly with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, and D2L
- Scans course content and suggests accessibility fixes
- Some fixes can be applied automatically
- Allows instructors to replicate accessibility settings across courses for consistency
- Target go-live date: April 13, 2026
Escalation
- Form: Accessibility | Panorama
- Resp Group: UT_Accessibility_Panorama
YuJa Panorama Resources