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HCLTech at the Microsoft Ability Summit 2026

Overview 

Accessibility is no longer an add-on. It is the foundation of intelligent innovation.

At the Ability Summit, HCLTech brings together technology, empathy and AI-led transformation to shape a future where people of all abilities can learn, work and thrive.

Meet us at the Ability Summit

The 16th Annual Microsoft Ability Summit is a global platform to explore the future of AI and accessibility. Meet us to discover how HCLTech is driving real-world impact through innovation and advocacy.

Overview

What You Experience at HCLTech

At HCLTech, accessibility drives innovation.

We are reimagining accessibility through , and —shifting from compliance to true capability amplification.

What you’ll experience:

AI-powered accessibility in action

Real-world solutions solving inclusion challenges

Thought leadership on Agentic AI

Practitioner-led conversations

A forward-looking view of inclusive workplaces

Meet Our PwD Champion: Ajay Sharma

Accessibility SME, Technical Manager, HCLTech

Ajay Sharma is a recognized accessibility leader supporting Microsoft’s Experiences & Devices division and Enterprise Disability Answer Desk.

With over a decade of experience, he is driving shift-left accessibility, embedding inclusion from design through deployment.

Why Ajay stands out:

  • Leads accessibility strategy, testing and developer enablement
  • Champions inclusive product engineering at scale
  • Speaker at global platforms like CSUN and Axe Con
  • Recognized by W3C for XR Accessibility contributions
  • Advocate for accessibility through social impact initiatives

Ajay combines deep technical expertise with lived experience—bringing a human lens to innovation.

Ajay Sharma
Ajay Sharma

Accessibility SME | Technical Manager | HCLTech

HCLTech Accessibility Approach

From Accommodation to Capability Amplification

AI is more than assistive—it is autonomous and intelligent.

At HCLTech, we help organizations move beyond basic accessible features to build inclusive, intelligent systems—systems that adapt, anticipate needs and amplify human potential for everyone.

We embed accessibility by design from the very first stage of product conceptualization. Instead of retrofitting features late in development, our teams leverage AI, GenAI and Agentic AI to visualize, test and integrate inclusive experiences from the start.

The result? Technology that goes far beyond meeting standards—it unlocks new possibilities for people of all abilities.

Our approach:

Accessibility embedded across the SDLC

AI-driven automation and augmentation

Neuroinclusive, human-centered design

Governance and responsible AI frameworks

PwD (People with disabilities) as co-creators, not just users

What We are Showcasing

AI That Makes Content Truly Accessible

  • Complex visuals → structured, navigable experiences
  • Charts → instant data stories with key insights
  • Tables → semantic, screen-reader-friendly exploration
  • AI-generated alt text with layered detail options 
From Insights to Interaction
  • “Ask the chart” conversational experiences
  • Context-aware explanations in plain language
  • Personalized outputs based on user needs 
  • AI agents that plan, act and adapt on your behalf
  • Adjustable autonomy: recommend → draft → execute
  • Transparent decisions with clear reasoning
  • Built-in safety, reversibility and control

Introducing the ‘Agent Boss’ model:
PwD move from users to orchestrators—directing agents with intent, control and confidence

  • Real-time accessibility guidance during content creation
  • AI-led validation for compliance and usability
  • Automated detection of accessibility gaps
  • Enablement for developers and designers 
  • Audio graphs and alternative sensory outputs
  • Reduced cognitive load through simplified flows
  • Personalized pacing, verbosity and interaction modes 

What Sets Us Apart

10+

Years of accessibility expertise

$80M+

Value delivered

39

Presence across countries

10+

Partnerships with NPOs

The Future We are Building

From tools to outcomes

  • Accessibility built by default
  • AI enabling independent outcomes
  • Neuroinclusive workplaces by design
  • PwD leading innovation 

Connect with Our Accessibility Experts

We’d love to meet you at the Microsoft Ability Summit.
Discover our latest AI-powered accessibility solutions and learn about career opportunities where you can make a lasting impact. 

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