• Harnessing Robotic Process Automation and Claims Automation for Faster Service to Veterans

     Sept. 8, 2023

    Harnessing Robotic Process Automation and Claims Automation for Faster Service to Veterans

    VA makes incorporating robotic process automation into existing applications simple and easy, providing effective means for further IT modernization at VA.

  • VA Lighthouse Sets Federal Innovation Standards

     Sept. 5, 2023

    VA Lighthouse Sets Federal Innovation Standards

    The VA Lighthouse Developer Experience program establishes a CIO and CISO-approved ongoing authorization to operate, accelerating software development and enabling teams to ship authorized software 80% faster than average at VA.

  • Breaking Barriers in Federal Pay

     Sept. 5, 2023

    Breaking Barriers in Federal Pay

    Learn how the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Information and Technology set a government-wide precedent with the implementation of a Special Salary Rate for Technology and Cybersecurity Practitioners.

  • Picture Perfect: How Describing a Picture Is Part of Accessible Design

     May 20, 2022

    Picture Perfect: How Describing a Picture Is Part of Accessible Design

    A picture's worth a thousand words for those that can see it, for those relying on assistive technology, alt text is crucial to their understanding of the image and the meaning it is trying to convey. Learn more about how to add alternative text to your images to ensure your documents, presentations, and emails are accessible for all.

  • Charting a New Course for Digital Transformation

     May 17, 2022

    Charting a New Course for Digital Transformation

    Today, many Veterans are already accustomed to a digital experience — whether that’s depositing a check from their phone, accessing their auto insurance card from an app, or chatting with a customer service rep via text — and they expect the same options from VA.

  • VA Wins Industry Awards for Excellence in Digital Marketing and Communication

     May 17, 2022

    VA Wins Industry Awards for Excellence in Digital Marketing and Communication

    The Office of Information and Technology receives AVA Digital award for 2021 Midyear Review video and Hermes Creative Award for 2021 Year in Review report.

  • Document Structure: The Accessibility Feature You Don’t Notice Until It’s Not There

     May 13, 2022

    Document Structure: The Accessibility Feature You Don’t Notice Until It’s Not There

    What’s in a document heading? A whole lot, it turns out – especially for those who rely on assistive technology. Learn more about how this design tool ensures equitable access to information for everyone.

  • Communicating Through Color Contrast is Essential to Designing Accessibility

     May 6, 2022

    Communicating Through Color Contrast is Essential to Designing Accessibility

    For visually impaired individuals, improper color contrast can make a marked difference in understanding written material or completing tasks. Learn more about how you can use this design feature more effectively with these tips.

  • Accessibility is Part of OIT’s Service to Veterans

     May 2, 2022

    Accessibility is Part of OIT’s Service to Veterans

    Prioritizing accessibility in all content creation formats, such as websites, emails, and PowerPoint presentations, helps provide easily understood information to all Veterans and individuals in their support network.