but having specially created sites adds unnecessary work for site
maintainers. It is altimately our responsibility to know the screenreader
to ensure that we only say things are inaccessible when they are not
accessible. this involves getting tips from others often.
The only real reason I can see for having an alternative site is for use
on
mobile phones where the ability of the browser is limited. If of course
the
"accessible" site is just as functional as the "main stream" site then why
have 2 sites?
The most difficult part of the tesco main site I can find is the table for
booking the delivery slot. You need an idea of tables to be able to use
it.
but is there a better way that would work for all?
With so much of the Tesco site being navigable easily by a modern
screenreader, Tesco really need to be asking these kind of questions I
believe.
Cheers
Graham
In short what I am saying is that if the "accessible sit" does all that
the
other mainstream site does, then why have the mainstream site?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dj Paddy" <mygroups@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2006 11:50 PM
Subject: [access-uk] Re: New Tesco Access site
Steve,
""The normal site is fine"."
I'm afraid I'm going to have to pull you up here.
It's very easy for us to jump in there because of our skills and say
somethings fine. For me and you maybe but others may be more comfortable
with accessibility features applyed to a site.
It's not always about training either. Some people may not have the
ability
to use a fully loaded mainstream site and/or may just be more comfortable
with a less cluttered site.
Providing it's done well and runs in sync I dont' see why there shouldn't
be
the option.
If it's not running in sync it's not the fault of the user but the
maintainer.
I've tryed the new site out, just a quick explore after applying
accessibility through the main site and think it's much nicer. It's also
great now to see an info button and get info on storage, cooking,
ingredients and even a full description of the thickness and toppings on a
pizza.
As Re: who took part in the testing. I know we dont' have all the VI
people
on here but we've about 300 or so. And it would be fantastic to hear from
at least one that was involved.
I'm sure the RNIB was consulted. But that even gets up my nose at times.
Who placed them at the for front of what is and is not accessible?
Dj Paddy
Ôà
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Nutt" <steve@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2006 11:09 PM
Subject: [access-uk] Re: New Tesco Access site
Hi Audrey,
Oh no, here we go again.
Actually, I read that as being just two sites not three. I think you
will
find that after 8 May, if you go to http://www.tesco.com/access, the new
version will apply. At Techshare last year, they talked about the access
site having exactly the same database and functionality, but a different
"skin", or interface if you will.
Personally, I don't care, as the normal site is fine, and the more they
do
this, the more they will segregate us, rather than include us, in my
view.
All the best
--
Computer Room Services: the long cane for blind computer users.
Telephone Low-call: 08452 606 277
International: +44(0)1438 742286,
Fax: +44(0)1438 759589
mobile: +44(0)7956 334938,
Email: mailto:Steve@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Web site: http://www.comproom.co.uk
-----Original Message-----
From: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf
Of
Audrey Tonge
Sent: 25 April 2006 13:54
To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [access-uk] New Tesco Access site
Hello Everyone,
I have just been to the tesco access site and found the following
message,
thought all you ttescos people would like to see this.
Tesco - New Access Site
Access site logo
Back to Access superstore
New Access Site
Important News - Access 2006
As of the week commencing Monday 8th May the Access site in its current
format will be changing with a new version of the site being launched.
The
format of the new site will be quite different and provides increased
levels
of functionality, including:
List of 4 items
. The use of eCoupons and Clubcard Vouchers . Recipes and ideas .
Selecting
an alternative delivery address . Ability to amend your order list end
What do you need to do?
To start using the new version of the site you will need to amend your
account details. To do this just follow these steps:
List of 3 items
1. Go to the Tesco.com website and login to your account (My Account) 2.
Under your Account Details select the Accessibility Options link 3. Tick
the
checkbox and click confirm list end
From then on whenever you enter the grocery website via any links on the
Tesco.com website you will be automatically redirected to the new Access
website.
Should you wish to revert to the alternative version of the Grocery site
then simply follow the steps detailed above but uncheck the tick box and
click Update.
Contact Details
If you experience any difficulties updating your account to use the new
Access site do have any comments about the website please do contact us
using the following email address:
access.shoppers@xxxxxxxxxxxx
** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe]
** If this link doesn't work then send a message to:
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
** and in the Subject line type
** unsubscribe
** For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the
** immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq]
** or send a message, to
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the Subject:- faq
** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe]
** If this link doesn't work then send a message to:
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
** and in the Subject line type
** unsubscribe
** For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the
** immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq]
** or send a message, to
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the Subject:- faq
__________ NOD32 1.1507 (20060425) Information __________
This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system.
http://www.eset.com
** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe]
** If this link doesn't work then send a message to:
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
** and in the Subject line type
** unsubscribe
** For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the
** immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq]
** or send a message, to
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the Subject:- faq
__________ NOD32 1.1507 (20060425) Information __________
This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system.
http://www.eset.com
** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe]
** If this link doesn't work then send a message to:
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
** and in the Subject line type
** unsubscribe
** For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the
** immediately-following link:-
** [mailto:access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq]
** or send a message, to
** access-uk-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the Subject:- faq
