{"id":2939,"date":"2024-08-28T09:13:45","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T16:13:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/itservices\/?p=2939"},"modified":"2024-08-28T09:13:45","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T16:13:45","slug":"announcing-our-enhanced-it-services-client-portal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ufv.ca\/itservices\/2024\/08\/announcing-our-enhanced-it-services-client-portal\/","title":{"rendered":"Announcing Our Enhanced IT Services Client Portal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;re excited to introduce improvements to the UFV IT Services Client Portal, designed with accessibility and user-friendliness in mind.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Accessibility Enhancements<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022  <strong>Improved Colour Contrast:<\/strong> We&#8217;ve updated text and background colour combinations to meet recommended contrast ratios, enhancing readability for all users, especially those with visual impairments.<br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Accessible Focus State:<\/strong> Keyboard navigation is now smoother, with a visible focus state on all interactive elements, aiding users who rely on keyboards or screen readers.<br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Increased Font Size:<\/strong> The default font size has been increased to reduce eye strain and improve legibility, benefiting users with visual impairments or reading difficulties.<br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Enhanced Mobile Experience:<\/strong> We&#8217;ve optimized the portal&#8217;s interface for mobile devices, ensuring a more intuitive and responsive experience on smaller screens.<\/p>\n<p><strong>User Experience Improvements<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Audience Buttons:<\/strong> New role-based buttons make it easier for employees and students to navigate the portal.<br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Search Functionality:<\/strong> Streamlined search helps users find information quickly and efficiently.<br \/>\n\u2022     <strong>Layout Changes:<\/strong> A simplified two-column layout provides a cleaner, more focused interface.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What This Means for You<\/strong><br \/>\nThese updates make the ITS Client Portal more accessible and user-friendly for everyone. Whether submitting a ticket or searching for support, you&#8217;ll experience a smoother, more inclusive interface.<\/p>\n<p>For questions or assistance, visit the updated IT Services Portal: <a href=\"https:\/\/itservicedesk.ufv.ca\">https:\/\/itservicedesk.ufv.ca<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Share your feedback on the first phase of our portal upgrade: <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ZrSST5mcxY\">https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/ZrSST5mcxY<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;re excited to introduce improvements to the UFV IT Services Client Portal, designed with accessibility and user-friendliness in mind. 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