Travis Association for the Blind Empowers Its Visually Impaired Workforce With Manhattan Scale™ Warehouse Management System
As a provider of integrated logistics solutions primarily for the
Manhattan SCALE plays a pivotal role in Travis Association’s mission dedicated to empowering visually disabled individuals by providing them with employment opportunities and equipping them with valuable skills. These individuals not only work diligently and make valuable contributions but also gain invaluable experience with the industry's leading warehouse management solution. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology, including voice picking devices and mobile devices with screen reading and magnification capabilities, the solution creates a well-oiled and well-run distribution operation. The collaboration also integrates assistive technology software for the visually impaired, such as the JAWS screen reader and ZoomText – empowering blind workers to excel in their roles and accelerate their career development.
Raelene Gomes, IT service delivery manager at Travis Association’s technology partner, Okin Process, said, "The training and technology provided by Manhattan Associates has transformed our visually impaired employees into a highly skilled workforce. We have witnessed tremendous growth and career opportunities for our employees, with 15 individuals securing employment outside of Travis Association for the Blind based on the training they received here."
“We are proud to have played a role in Travis Association for the Blind's mission to empower its workforce and bridge the employment gap for deaf and visually impaired employees,” said Stewart Gantt, executive vice president, professional services, at Manhattan Associates. "The seamless implementation of Manhattan SCALE demonstrates our dedication to leveraging innovative technology to enable unprecedented levels of accessibility and performance."
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