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Information technology and web access
4.4 The Information Systems and Information Services ( ISIS) division within the Scottish Government fulfils key information technology ( IT) functions. In particular, it:
- helps the Scottish Government to derive maximum benefit from its information resources, systems and technologies;
- ensures the effective development, implementation and support of information systems;
- provides professional advice and support on information systems and technologies to Ministers, Accountable Officers, project owners and programme managers; and
- provides information services and support for its customers on information management issues.
4.5 Its aims are:
- To ensure the development and delivery of highly effective, secure and reliable information systems and services.
- To work with others to ensure that the Government makes best use of information systems and services.
Information Technology and Web Access action plan
Policy | Action | By whom | By when | Outcome | Progress and measure |
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Access | Investigating purchase of large print access readers | IT team | Ongoing | Visually impaired staff can input PINs more easily | New systems are required to consider disabled users and to comply with disability legislation. Hardware such as large screens, alternative mice and alternative keyboards are provided on request. Software such as voice recognition, talking software and screen magnification software is already available on the desktop or is provided on request. |
Involvement of disabled staff | Dedicated Assistive Technology Officer to engage with disabled staff in development of all IT projects | IT team | Ongoing | IT projects meet the needs of disabled staff | IT team have an officer dedicated to liaison with disabled staff and the provision of suitable hardware and software. A specific budget is allocated for this purpose. User group building on existing groups has been agreed with 6 monthly meeting on issues of interest |
Web access | Ensure Scottish Executive website is accessible for disabled people. | Web team | Review and update regularly | Disabled people can access information on the Executive's website. | |
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