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BEAD Funding

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Will Fixed Wireless and LEO Now Have a Competitive Edge Under BEAD?

For years, fixed wireless and satellite broadband providers have faced an uphill battle in federal funding programs—frequently sidelined by...

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How NTIA’s BEAD Policy Overhaul Is Reshaping State Broadband Strategies

In a move that dramatically shifts the broadband funding landscape, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has...

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The 2025 BEAD Policy Shake-Up: What Fiber and Fixed Wireless Providers Need to Know

When theBEAD (Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment) program was first announced under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021, it...

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Community Engagement Strategies for Broadband Providers

Community Engagement Strategies for Broadband Providers: Building Trust and Adoption As broadband providers expand their networks into underserved...

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Introducing Segmentable Inventory: Simplifying BEAD Compliance for ISPs

Government broadband funding, like the BEAD program, is a critical step in closing the digital divide. But with funding comes responsibility—accurate...

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How Unit-Based Inventory Improves Compliance for Government-Funded Projects

Government broadband funding programs, like the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, present ISPs with a massive opportunity to...

Sonar Software

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Top 5 Challenges ISPs Face During BEAD Implementation

Implementing BEAD-funded projects presents unique challenges. Identifying and addressing these early can make the difference between success and...

Sonar Software

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Post-Award BEAD Compliance: Avoiding Penalties and Staying on Track

Managing BEAD funding after an award is not just about deploying broadband infrastructure—it’s about maintaining trust and accountability....

Sonar Software

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Seizing the Moment: BEAD Funding, Regulatory Shifts, and the Future of Rural Broadband

The broadband landscape is in flux, creating both hurdles and a wide range of opportunities for internet service providers (ISPs). Rural communities,...