Steven Gastreich is the Communication Center’s newest employee, or CSR, and the first who is totally blind. As a newborn, he was diagnosed with Retinopathy of Prematurity. To successfully accomplish his job, Steven uses a screen reading software program called JAWS. The program reads everything on his computer to him through the same headset he… Continue Reading Employment Made Accessible: An Epic Struggle to Find Employment & Acceptance
Wiscraft’s new Communications Center opened in August with a goal of creating ‘white collar’ opportunities for employees who are blind. Its objective is to support both internal customers and external clients. Wiscraft will leverage the center to better promote its production, marketing, and public relations strategies. In addition, the center will support outside clients who… Continue Reading Wiscraft Opens Communication Center
In 2007, we began work on our next product to offer our federal government customers. The product, called the Privacy Shield, allows only the person directly in front of a computer screen to view it. Imagine looking through a window that has vertical blinds. If the blinds are open as wide as possible you can… Continue Reading Wiscraft’s Newest Product – Privacy Shield®
Throughout the years, many have asked us what ISO 9000 is. In short, it’s a standard for quality. Its initials stand for the International Standards Organization, and its certification tells customers, suppliers, and investors that the organization embraces quality in its processes. Wiscraft has been ISO 9001:2000 certified since 2002 and recently re-certified to the… Continue Reading ISO 9000-2008 Certified
Wiscraft is proud to announce Mike Smith as our 2009 Employee of the Year. Mike joined the Machine Shop in 1998 and has since become an expert on many of the specialized machines in his department. His supervisor states, “Mike is eager to learn the ins-and-outs of every machine and project.” Not only is he… Continue Reading Employee of the Year, Mike Smith
As you can see, there is a lot of forward movement and positive energy here at Wiscraft. New customers, new business lines, partnerships with other agencies, sustainment and quality initiatives, and adaptive technology’s role in promoting opportunities for individuals who are blind are just a few things we’ve highlighted. This newsletter’s goal is to thank… Continue Reading Closing