Orion – Using the Accessibility Index in planning facility modifications

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Riesa conducted an accessibility assessment at Orion’s facilities using the Accessibility Index. Previously, Orion had not used the Accessibility Index in its premises, but it was introduced to accurately measure how the planned modifications would affect accessibility and improve its level. This approach made it possible to present the impact of the changes as clearly measurable data, while ensuring that the modifications had strong sustainability justifications and supported Orion’s sustainability strategy.

Improving accessibility in the facility

The modifications at Orion were driven by the need to improve accessibility in the workplace. Orion wanted to ensure that the planned changes would take into account potential barriers and improvements that could enhance accessibility for all users. As the Accessibility Index had not been used previously, Orion needed a way to measure the impact of the modifications and justify them to the board from a sustainability perspective. The goal was to ensure that the necessary accessibility improvements could be implemented and that their real impact would be clearly visible.

Using the Accessibility Index in modification planning

Riesa’s experts began by assessing the current state of Orion’s facilities and comparing the impact of the planned modifications using the Accessibility Index. The Index was used to evaluate how the planned changes would affect accessibility, presenting improvements as clearly measured figures and comparable data. The Accessibility Index provided Orion with a robust metric that enabled them to clearly demonstrate the need and impact of the modifications to the board from a sustainability perspective.

Supporting sustainability and transparent decision-making

With the Accessibility Index, Orion obtained measurable data that supports sustainability-related decisions and improves transparency in decision-making related to modifications. The Accessibility Index helped Orion justify the importance of improving accessibility and ensured that the impact of the changes would take into account the needs of all users.

The role of accessibility in the sustainability strategy

Considering accessibility is not only about complying with legislation, but also an essential part of a company’s sustainability strategy. Orion’s decision to use the Accessibility Index was a concrete step towards improving accessibility and an important part of building more responsible business practices. Taking accessibility into account across all operations not only improves usability, but also strengthens the company’s social responsibility.

The use of the Accessibility Index in Orion’s facilities not only provided clear measurements of accessibility improvements, but also offered strong justification for the modifications that were central to the company’s sustainability strategy. Orion was able to clearly demonstrate the importance of improving accessibility, ensure that the changes would benefit all users, and provide the board with concrete data to support decision-making.