Data Conversion Laboratory (DCL) and Bowker have partnered to help publishers meet global accessibility standards for ebooks, combining DCL's content transformation expertise with Bowker's identifier and ebook services.
Bowker’s eBook Creator Suite gives publishers and independent authors flexible ebook conversion solutions for projects of every size, preparing content for global retail distribution. Powered by DCL’s conversion expertise, the enhanced suite now delivers accessibility by default across every service tier—from entry-level packages to the premier offering.
With the European Accessibility Act (EAA) now in effect and ADA Title II requirements scheduled to take effect in April 2027, publishers must ensure that ebooks meet accessibility standards for structure, navigation, and compatibility with assistive technologies. "
DCL transforms unstructured content into structured, standards-compliant data that powers AI, analytics, discovery, and digital publishing.
The full press release is here.