TARGET Centers provide assessments and demonstrations to ensure proper implementation of assistive technology (AT) and ergonomic solutions for the Department of Agriculture's (USDA’s) workforce. The Centers also assist in making information and microcomputer technology accessible to persons with sight, hearing, speech and dexterity impairments. Through a subcontract with CESSI, New Editions provided the following key services:
Performed work site analysis - identifies individual accessibility needs;
Provided product information for procurement;
Implemented effective accommodation strategies;
Developed systems to disseminate disability information to USDA employees; and
Coordinated a series of conferences, seminars and other awareness programs.