With digital transformation reshaping enterprises worldwide, inclusivity and accessibility have emerged as critical pillars in software design. SAP Fiori, the user experience (UX) design system for SAP S/4HANA Cloud, exemplifies SAP’s commitment to making enterprise software accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. Accessibility in Fiori is not merely a compliance feature but a strategic enabler that empowers a diverse global workforce.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud is a comprehensive, intelligent ERP solution used by organizations of all sizes. As companies increasingly prioritize diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees—regardless of ability—can use enterprise applications effectively has become a business imperative.
Accessibility in SAP Fiori for S/4HANA Cloud addresses various user needs, such as:
SAP’s approach to accessibility ensures that all users can interact with the system efficiently, independently, and with equal opportunity.
SAP Fiori aligns with major global accessibility standards, including:
By adhering to these standards, SAP helps organizations meet their legal and ethical responsibilities while supporting inclusive workplaces.
SAP Fiori apps in S/4HANA Cloud are fully operable using a keyboard. Users can navigate forms, lists, buttons, and interactive elements using standard keyboard shortcuts, making the system accessible to those who cannot use a mouse.
SAP Fiori provides semantic markup and ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) roles to facilitate screen reader compatibility. Tools like JAWS, NVDA, or VoiceOver can interpret SAP Fiori UI components, enabling visually impaired users to understand and interact with application content.
Fiori offers high contrast and custom themes that support users with low vision or color blindness. These themes enhance visual clarity by adjusting color schemes to improve content visibility and reduce eye strain.
The Fiori design system is built on responsive design principles, ensuring a consistent and accessible experience across devices—including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
With SAP’s UI adaptation tools, organizations can personalize Fiori apps to meet the specific accessibility needs of their workforce. Administrators can adjust layouts, hide non-essential fields, or reorder screen elements for improved usability.
To leverage Fiori’s accessibility capabilities in SAP S/4HANA Cloud:
Accessibility in SAP Fiori is more than a design principle—it is a strategic investment in inclusivity, compliance, and user empowerment. As organizations continue adopting SAP S/4HANA Cloud, ensuring that every employee can access and benefit from ERP capabilities is not only responsible—it’s essential.
By embracing accessibility features in Fiori, businesses can foster a more equitable digital environment and drive higher productivity across diverse teams.