In the modern digital workplace, accessibility is not just a legal obligation—it is a core component of inclusive and effective user experience design. SAP Fiori, SAP’s design system for enterprise applications, is built on principles that prioritize simplicity, responsiveness, and usability. A crucial part of this approach is ensuring that SAP Fiori is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
By integrating accessibility into its design philosophy, SAP Fiori enables organizations to create applications that comply with global accessibility standards and provide equitable digital experiences for all employees, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities.
Accessibility in the SAP Fiori context refers to designing and developing applications that are usable by people with a wide range of abilities and disabilities. This includes users who:
SAP Fiori follows established international accessibility guidelines, including:
SAP’s accessibility strategy ensures that Fiori apps are designed and tested to meet these standards, allowing organizations to fulfill their compliance obligations while supporting a diverse workforce.
SAP Fiori applications are fully navigable using the keyboard, which is essential for users who cannot use a mouse. Logical tab orders, keyboard shortcuts, and focus indicators are provided for smooth interaction.
SAP Fiori is compatible with popular screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver. UI elements are labeled with accessible names and roles to ensure screen readers can accurately convey information and structure to visually impaired users.
SAP Fiori themes are designed with sufficient color contrast to support users with visual impairments, including color blindness. High-contrast themes are available, and custom theming allows further personalization to meet specific user needs.
Fiori apps are responsive across devices and platforms. The layout adjusts automatically to screen size and input method, making applications accessible from desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
SAPUI5—the technology framework underlying Fiori—includes accessible UI components with built-in ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes, which help assistive technologies interpret and present content appropriately.
Clear, concise error messages with sufficient context are provided to help all users understand and resolve input issues. These messages are also accessible to screen readers.
To ensure accessibility, developers and administrators should:
Accessibility is not an optional feature—it’s a vital part of building enterprise software that works for everyone. With SAP Fiori, SAP empowers organizations to create applications that are not only beautiful and efficient but also inclusive and compliant. By embracing accessibility from the design phase to deployment, SAP Fiori helps businesses deliver superior user experiences for all employees, regardless of ability.