In short
The German regulation implementing WCAG-based accessibility requirements for public-sector websites and apps.
BITV 2.0 maps to WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
Where it bites
BITV (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung) matters when a workflow touches personal data, accessibility law, or procurement risk. The cost is rarely the definition; it is the unowned process behind it.
What to check
- Which legal trigger applies?
- Where is the process documented?
- Who can prove the control works in production?
Common questions
What is BITV (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung)?
The German regulation implementing WCAG-based accessibility requirements for public-sector websites and apps.
Why does BITV (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung) matter?
BITV (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung) matters when a workflow touches personal data, accessibility law, or procurement risk. The cost is rarely the definition; it is the unowned process behind it.
What should you check first for BITV (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung)?
Which legal trigger applies? Where is the process documented? Who can prove the control works in production?