Building a business case for digital accommodations

When it comes to budgeting, we understand the immense pressure and stress that institutions and departments are facing.

Challenges of securing the necessary funds to provide support can become roadblocks for delivering the best learning experience for students with disabilities.

When it comes to budgeting for digital accommodations, it's essential to have a well-crafted business case that highlights the benefits and potential outcomes for your students.

5 steps to build a business case for accommodations

In this free whitepaper, we outline how to build a business case for digital accommodations, through the following 5 simple steps:

• Establishing aims: Always keep the main goals in mind as you progress through your request.
   
• Describing the problem: You need to find a way to succinctly describe the problem you’re wanting to solve before you reach out, as well as provide a little context.
  
  
• Gathering evidence of ROI: Try to support your case for funds with evidence, where possible.
  
  
• Demonstrate positive student outcomes: Highlighting exactly how the accommodation has previously supported students helps to set the scene for how much potential there is.
  
  
• Contacting stakeholders: The first step is formally pursuing a budget request is to reach out to the right people.