Each may have a valid and different idea about what is best to meet this person's technology needs. The profile brings the individual, the family, and all the providers together into a single team focused on how technology may benefit the person. Mutually acceptable solutions are developed and implemented in a coherent, systematic manner. The profile and program plan reflect the person's changing needs and abilities over time. No one person can know it all.
Assistive technology can be overwhelming.
The literature and documentation on available software, communication devices, computers, switches, and peripherals can fill many files and many hours. The profile is a road map that defines the paths worthy of pursuit in serving a particular individual. It promotes the concept of teaming on all phases of assessment, planning, implementation and review. The need for technology may exceed available resources. Carefully matched and well supported assistive technology can be remarkably enabling.