08/10/2022 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/10/2022 08:31
Broadband funding opportunities abound. The CAF Fund wave has grown over the years from $4.5 billion to the tsunami of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, with $42.45 billion earmarked to expand high-speed internet access in unserved and underserved communities across the U.S. Add in state and local funding opportunities and the pool for infrastructure investment tops $100 billion. This presents an enormous opportunity over a few short years for broadband service providers (BSPs)-new and existing-to build new networks or expand their existing footprints.
Get Ahead on Critical FCC Performance Testing Requirements
It should come as no surprise that this funding comes with strings attached. Many programs require you to demonstrate that you're delivering the broadband experience you've promised to subscribers. Certain plans have mandated performance testing requirements, such as CAF Phase 1 and 2, RDOF, and now the BEAD Program.
You've spent considerable time planning, securing funding for, and designing your broadband network. As part of this, you'll need to establish a scalable broadband performance testing framework to ensure you're compliant with funding requirements. The stakes are high-BSPs that do not successfully complete the rigorous quarterly testing process risk losing up to 25 percent of their monthly funding.
Here are three steps that will help you get ahead in FCC broadband performance testing.
Extremely complex and time-consuming, FCC broadband performance testing presents challenges for BSPs, regardless of their size. Calix can help you navigate this journey. With the Broadband Performance Testing Solution (comprised of award-winning Calix Support Cloud, GigaSpire® BLAST systems, and the Broadband Performance Testing Service), we alleviate the FCC testing burden. You're then able to focus on what matters most-delivering an exceptional experience to your subscribers and building value for your communities.
Download our eBook "FCC Performance Testing: Your Playbook for Success " to learn more about how you can prepare for FCC broadband performance testing.