Frequently Asked Questions:
What is AccessibleNet?
AccessibleNet is a revolutionary movement and business opportunity that aims to create/redesign more than 100,000 accessible websites over the next several years. The project also has a goal of creating more entrepreneurs with disabilities and making the web easier to use for people with disabilities. A portion of revenue generated each month will be donated to charities that serve the disability community.
What is Web Accessibility?
Web accessibility refers to the practice of
making websites usable by people of all abilities
and disabilities. When sites are correctly designed, developed and
edited, all users can have equal access to information and
functionality. For example, people who are blind use a special piece of
software called a screen reader to access the web. If images and other
elements on the page are not properly coded, a person who is blind
cannot use the site. Thus, it becomes a missed opportunity for revenue.
This is only one example with one disability. There are numerous other
issues to consider.
Please contact an AccessibleNet Associate today to find out how we can help you.
Why is this important?
This is extremely important because if your site is not designed to be accessible it can directly affect your bottom line. If people cannot interact with your site, they cannot purchase your products and services. That means you lose money.
Can people outside the U.S. Join?
At this time only people in the United States and Canada can join AccessibleNet. Please continue to visit our website as we will be expanding in the future.
What is the AccessibleNet Seal?
All websites that are created and/or redesigned through the AccessibleNet project will receive the AccessibleNet Seal (Pictured Below). It not only notifies visitors that a company is disability friendly but also when clicked provides detailed accessibility information for a site.
Do participating websites need to be inside the U.S.?
No. Websites that wish to be made accessible can be from any country. Our only requirement is that the site be in English as we currently do not have capabilities for languages other than English.
How can web accessibility benefit me?
There are many benefits of having an accessible website. As a business owner with an inaccessible site you could be turning people away from your website on a daily basis. This means lost revenue. Here are more benefits:
Increased Market Share: It is a known fact that many web developers are either inexperienced in accessible web design or just don’t care about users with disabilities. If your site is accessible you can reach a new audience of over 49 Million People.
Social Responsibility: Increasing the accessibility of your Web site and online services to a wide range of people with disabilities and other disadvantaged members of the community will reinforce your organization's image as a socially responsible entity.
Better Serve Older Visitors to your site: The population is aging in many countries and with older age the incidence rate of disabilities increase.
Loyalty: People with disabilities are very loyal to brands and organizations that they feel are looking out for their needs.
Reduce Legal Liability: In many countries around
the world discrimination laws require governments, educational
institutes, corporations and businesses to provide equal opportunities
for people with disabilities. This may include equal access to
electronic and information technology in the same way that physical
access to facilities is required. The laws vary from country to country
and Butler New Media can make sure your site complies with all these
laws
Accessible Design doesn’t just help disabled users: Some principles of accessible design such as: having clear and consistent navigation and using easy to understand page layouts benefit those that do not have disabilities.
How big is the disability market?
The disability market in the United States is more than 54
million individuals and has a spending power well north of $1 Trillion.
You can learn more about the market here:
http://www.diversityinc.com/public/4477.cfm
What is the business opportunity?
Butler New Media has designed an innovative business opportunity that allows a team of associates to promote our products/services for commissions, bonuses, and other incentives. By becoming a member of our team you not only have the opportunity to make money but you also are making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities worldwide.
What are the benefits of joining this program?
No Competition: You have the opportunity to
literally be on the ground floor of a revolutionary new program that
will change the web for people with disabilities forever. We are the
only program of this type that is online currently. By joining this
program you are making history.
Make a difference: Every site that we create ensures that people with disabilities can equally participate in the digital economy.
Great Compensation Plan: A 3x9 Forced matrix with some special features ensures that all affiliates are successful.
Dedicated Affiliate Manager: Never worry
about Lazy Up line Syndrome (LUS). That is where your up line signs you
up and never talks to you again. You will have contact information for
our affiliate manager who will help you stay informed and provide you
with guidance for success.
Discounts: All affiliates receive a discount on all products/services.
Low Start Up Cost: Compared to many programs this program has one of the lowest start up costs in the industry.
Easy to promote: Anyone who has a website is
a potential client so there should be no problems with selling our
services. Your earning potential is virtually limitless.
Large Market: It is currently estimated that 90 percent of the sites online are inaccessible to people with disabilities.
How many websites do you plan to develop?
Our goal is to create/redesign more than 100,000 accessible websites over the next several years.
What products/services do you offer?
We offer products in the following areas:
- Web Accessibility Evaluation/Repair
- New Accessible Website Design
- Training
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Pay Per Click (PPC) Search Engine Advertising.
A complete list of packages can be found on the Accessiblenet Services Page.
What is the compensation plan?
The compensation plan can be found on the AccessibleNet site at: http://www.accessiblenet.com/
Can you please tell me more about how the charitable giving works?
The team at Butler New Media will select a group of charities to receive funding for either one time or ongoing projects. The one major rule that we have is that the project must benefit the disability community. In order to be considered, a charity must provide us with information on their organization and/or project.
How can our charity be considered to receive funds?
Please contact Cornelius@butlernewmedia.com with in-depth information on your organization for consideration.
What kind of support do you provide to associates?
A dedicated associate manager provides associates with a variety of helpful resources, motivation, and tips. Weekly webinars and one-one-one sessions are also available to help you. We help our associates to be successful because it is because of you that we are successful.
What is Shop Accessible?
A first of its kind directory of accessible online businesses, Shop Accessible will be a one stop online source for people with disabilities and anyone who wants to patronize businesses that have taken the steps to be accessible to the disability community. The site will include a search engine and visitors will be able to do comparison shopping among businesses listed in the directory.
How long will my site be listed in Shop Accessible?
Your site will remain in Shop Accessible as long as it remains accessibility. Each month we check the sites listed in the directory to ensure they are still accessible. If it is determined that your site is no longer accessible you will be notified and the site will be removed.
What makes this project different from other web accessibility initiatives?
This is the most ambitious project of its kind. It aims to create more than 100,000+ accessible websites. It also has a goal to make web accessibility more affordable to the small business market.
Do you repair the accessibility issues that you find or do you simply make recommendations?
We repair all issues that we find that can be fixed.
