Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI) Compliance

The California State University's (CSU) and CSU Long Beach are committed to ensuring that all of their programs and services are accessible and usable by all students, staff, and faculty, including those with disabilities. The CSU ATI is further defined at the Accessible Technology Initiative website. Evaluation is based on whom, and how many people will be using the item(s) which encompasses students, faculty, staff, and the public at large.

Accessible procurement reviews are conducted with the following standards: EO1111 and Section 508 guidelines that align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA.

What is Information & Communication Technology (ICT)?

  • Anything that creates, stores, or transfers digital information.
  • Information technology and other equipment, systems, technologies, or processes, for which the principal function is the creation, manipulation, storage, display, receipt, or transmission of electronic data and information, as well as any associated content.
  • Examples include websites, web applications, copiers/printers, instructional equipment and applications, video and multimedia products, software, operating systems, kiosk, desktop and portable computers, research applications, etc.

Why is a Procurement Compliance Review (PCR) of ICT Important?

The ICT Procurement Compliance Review is part of CSULB’s ongoing commitment to ensure that our campus meets the electronic technology standards set forth by the CSU system and CSULB. The three main areas evaluated for compliance through the PCR review are Accessibility, Security, and Technical Coordination. An Accessibility Review eliminates access barriers that benefits all people, not only persons with a disability. In addition, the cost to provide accommodations for students, faculty, staff, or the general public often can be reduced or even eliminated by considering accessibility considerations at the time of purchase.

Do I need to submit a PCR?

All Information & Communication Technology (ICT) are reviewed for compliance with accessibility and security standards during the ICT Procurement Compliance Review Process (PCR).

When is a PCR Required?

Below are examples of common products and services purchased. When in doubt you may send an email to Purchasing@csulb.edu. 

PCR Required

Software or Service

  • Operating Systems
  • Application Softwares
  • Installation Programs
  • Software Tools
  • Kiosk software with electronic/digital user interfaces
  • Computer-Based Training Programs
  • Web/Cloud Applications
  • Website Platforms/Web Subscriptions
  • Hosting a Virtual Conference, Performance, or Webinar (excluding Zoom)
  • Consulting/Training Services hired by CSLUB provided virtually these come through on a purchase requisition and contract. 
  • Purchasing Virtual Services (examples: Consulting, Training)
  • Free Software/Web Subscription/Applications
  • Online Courses
  • Data Storage
  • Streaming applications/devices (Roku, AppleTV, Firestick, Streeme, etc.)

Hardware

  • Desktop Computers
  • Laptop Computers
  • Notebooks, Tablets, and iPads
  • Printers
  • Copiers
  • Surveillance cameras
  • Kiosks

PCR NOT Required

  • Monitors
  • Large Screen Displays (Televisions, Blue-ray/DVD Players)
  • Digital and Video Cameras (Surveillance must submit PCR)
  • Webcams
  • Scanners
  • Fax Machines
  • 3D Equipment of any kind (does not include software)
  • Computer components interior to the machine
  • Hard Drives
  • SD Memory Cards
  • Mouse
  • Keyboards
  • Listening devices: headsets, earphones, earbuds, speakers
  • VR Headsets
  • Microphones
  • Cables and Cords
  • USB portable storage/thumb drive/flash drive
  • Wi-Fi Adapters
  • Cases for laptops and phones
  • Docking stations
  • Mounting Equipment
  • Attending Virtual Conference, Performance, Webinar or Zoom Meeting
  • CSULB Presenters at a conference on a third-party platform
  • Ebooks (intended for staff/faculty individual use only)
  • Digital periodical subscription (intended for staff/faculty individual use only)

Related Forms

ATI Resources