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Waiting for BEAD funding? View Finley's guide "12 practical steps to take while you wait". Make sure you've planned ahead so you're ready when that announcement comes! #BEAD #FinleyEngineering #funding #broadband

Mobile services are the best valued by Spaniards consumers, compared with other utilities, but if you look to main reasons for dissatisfaction with services (percentage of households/individuals, IV Quarter 2023) it looks like pricing is the key, as Fixed Broadband, Mobile Internet and Mobile Telephony receive the worst valorations in terms of Service Quality! Maybe this justifies the low cost battle and the continuous growth of MVNOs (with a main focus on low prices). You can find some more information (in Spanish) at: https://lnkd.in/djcmTawg

💥 The countdown is on, and we’re bursting with excitement to unveil what’s coming your way! Get ready to propel your telecoms projects into a whole new dimension! 💥 A massive shoutout to Vita S. for helping us spread the word 📣📢 Are you ready to see how we can transform your telecoms projects? Stay tuned—something revolutionary is on the horizon! 🚀 #TelecomsTransformation #ComingSoon #ProjectManagementRevolution

We’re here to do internet differently. BAM Broadband is blazing trails where the big companies haven’t, connecting our communities with fiber-to-the-home internet that’s so BAM good, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it! That's BAM Good Internet. #LocalInternetProvider #ServiceProvider #HighSpeedInternet #FiberInternet #DirectLinkCO

Many (perhaps most) FiberCos are chomping at the bit to participate in the Broadband Equity, Access and Development (BEAD) program. Why? Well, the U.S. government is giving them about 42 billion reasons why... If used appropriately, this grant money will not only help drive value in the telco industry, but also accomplish an incredibly important feat - helping to close the digital divide in the US. With that said, while this is an amazing opportunity for operators to access grant money - I fear over-eagerness may lead to many "(fiber)bridges to nowhere". I was lucky enough to partner with my colleague (and head of our Telecom and Digital Infrastructure Practice), Andrej Danis and Andrew Lipman (a partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and well-known legal expert in the space) to breakdown the uncomfortable truths of the BEAD program. If you are a FiberCo and planning to participate in BEAD – this five-minute read may help identify a few critical keys to driving business success! If you are not a FiberCo – give it a read anyways! Thanks to Capacity Media for publishing.

💥 The countdown is on, and we’re bursting with excitement to unveil what’s coming your way! Get ready to propel your telecoms projects into a whole new dimension! 💥 A massive shoutout to Vita S. for helping us spread the word 📣📢 Are you ready to see how we can transform your telecoms projects? Stay tuned—something revolutionary is on the horizon! 🚀 #TelecomsTransformation #ComingSoon #ProjectManagementRevolution

Municipalities Face Hurdles in Accessing Federal Funding A recent report highlights concerns that municipal broadband networks may struggle to take advantage of federal funding opportunities. Experts warn that program rules and requirements may favor larger ISPs over municipal providers, despite initial promises to prioritize local community networks. Key points: - Concerns that BEAD program rules could make it more difficult for municipal networks to secure funding - Municipalities have often been "lifelines" for underserved areas, spurring competition and building future-proof fiber networks - Some states still have laws restricting municipal broadband, which may conflict with federal funding guidelines - Larger ISPs may try to prevent municipalities from accessing funds, though rural electric co-ops may be well-positioned to leverage the programs This issue underscores the complex landscape municipal broadband providers face in expanding high-speed internet access. As policymakers aim to bridge the digital divide, ensuring equitable access to federal support remains an ongoing challenge. What are your thoughts on the obstacles facing municipal broadband networks? Share your perspective below. #broadband #municipalbroadband #digitalinclusion #fiberinternet #ruralbroadband

We’re here to do internet differently. BAM Broadband is blazing trails where the big companies haven’t, connecting our communities with fiber-to-the-home internet that’s so BAM good, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it! That's BAM Good Internet. #LocalInternetProvider #ServiceProvider #HighSpeedInternet #FiberInternet #DirectLinkCO

Today marks my 47th year in telecom. I am asked on a frequent basis, why am I still working? This picture is one of the reasons. I took this picture a few weeks ago while I was working with one of our customers, trialing a new connectivity solution for connecting rural communities very quickly, with less labor compared to conventional methods. As we were leaving, one of the homeowners we connected asked if he could tell his neighbors that fiber service was available. He was very excited with his new fiber broadband connection. This is why, we do what we do. #connectingtheunconnected #broadbandguys

Say goodbye to #connectivity limitations! Unlock possibilities and discover how CLLI Codes are transforming the way rural service providers plan, deploy and expand #broadband networks. Dive deeper: https://bit.ly/4aOgUJN #telecom