From Design System to Shipped Code: Embedding Accessibility Across Human and AI Workflows

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Sanofi builds accessibility into its digital products from the start, beginning with Elements, our design system. This talk shows how accessibility is checked during design reviews and automated tooling, and how it carries into our AI-driven development process with Claude. We will cover the testing stack, including manual checks with Axe DevTools, the Axe DevTools MCP, CI/CD pipeline checks, and custom Accessibility Skills for Claude. Attendees will leave with a practical model for making accessibility the default outcome of both human and AI-assisted development.

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Digital Accessibility Lead Sanofi
Consumer Experience Design Lead Sanofi

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Caitlin has ten years of experience in the UX field, spanning design, content strategy, and digital accessibility. Currently, they are Digital Accessibility Lead for Sanofi, a large, global biopharma company, leading operations and strategy for the company’s growing digital accessibility practices. Outside of work, they enjoy collaborative storytelling through Dungeons & Dragons and supporting their cat's luxurious lifestyle.

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From Design System to Shipped Code: Embedding Accessibility Across Human and AI Workflows

February 23rd, 2027 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM EST Accessible development and testing

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Thao McKenna (she/her) is a design leader with a user-centric mindset. With over a decade of experience as a creative problem solver and a team collaborator, Thao loves to deliver experiences that can make an impact in people’s lives. Currently, she leads the design foundation workstream at global pharmaceutical company, Sanofi, which includes digital accessibility and inclusive design. In addition to healthcare, she previously led product design in the e-commerce and tech industry. Outside of work, you can find Thao at a local bubble tea shop or strolling on a community bike path with her family.

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