Development,evaluation and marketing of assistive devices

Abstract

While we often focus on assistive technology service delivery, there is a business context that is equally important. Development, evaluation and marketing of appropriate assistive devices is instrumental in supporting a comprehensive service delivery system. Although there has been improvement in development, evaluation and marketing of assistive devices since 1982, many issues remain. Congress must now act to improve assistive technology supply and demand by supporting and coordinating related programs and resources at the national level. In addition, efforts to improve the United States competitiveness in the global assistive technology marketplace should be supported and facilitate collaborative relationships with other countries.