THE LIST: $31 MILLION – Cable Companies To Bring High-Speed Internet to Northeastern & Central PA
In a significant push towards improving digital infrastructure, ten counties in northeastern and central Pennsylvania will share over $31.25 million to extend broadband internet services. This effort is spearheaded by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority, which recently awarded almost $204.2 million to facilitate 53 projects across 42 counties. The initiative aims to provide high-speed internet […]
DevOps Utility Construction 2023 highlights
It’s Your Tax Dollars!!! What $40+ Billion IS NOT Doing for Rural Communities: A Builder’s Perspective
The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program stands as a critical component of the U.S. government’s ambition to eliminate the digital divide. Yet, in Pennsylvania, the path to universal broadband access has been fraught with misconceptions and inefficiencies, particularly concerning rural internet access. From a builder’s viewpoint, it’s clear that the deployment strategy and […]
2023 Fiber-To-The-Home Top 100
Who will make the cut in 2024? “Each year, the Fiber-To-The-Home Top 100 list recognizes organizations that lead the way” At DevOps Utility Construction, we’re at the heart of the transformative wave sweeping across the broadband landscape in North America. As the demand for faster, more reliable internet continues to surge, our role in deploying […]
Gigapower in Pennsylvania: Open Access Networks
In an exciting development for broadband expansion, Gigapower, a joint venture between AT&T and BlackRock, is making waves with its innovative approach to fiber network deployment. This venture is not just about enhancing internet access; it’s about transforming how we think about network infrastructure in the United States. Gigapower has set its sights on several […]
The Importance of Aerial Fiber in (BEAD) Objectives
“If you’re talking BEAD funding it’s almost all going to be aerial.” -Fiber construction company, Conexon The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is set to allocate Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program funds, prioritizing unserved broadband areas. Jonathan Chambers of Conexon, a company specializing in rural fiber broadband via electric co-ops, predicts that […]
Pennsylvania Broadband Summit
Future Proofing Broadband: Could Aerial Fiber Options Redefine Deployment Economics?
A comprehensive analysis highlights the financial and logistical benefits of adopting aerial fiber deployment strategies, particularly through solutions like FuturePath, compared to traditional underground methods. This research points out the considerable cost differences and emphasizes how aerial deployment not only offers a more economical pathway but also accelerates the implementation of broadband infrastructure. It […]
FCC Seeks Public Input on Broadband Expansion through Pole Attachment Reforms
The FCC is actively seeking input on a proposed initiative focused on streamlining the process for broadband infrastructure development by improving the mechanisms for resolving disputes and increasing transparency regarding pole attachments. This move has prompted a mixed bag of feedback from various stakeholders, including industry groups and utility companies. They’ve put forward diverse opinions […]