John C. Nolan

The interim Brief is out. We discuss T-Mobile's earnings a bit and also the NTIA comments concerning non-fiber technologies made at last week's Fiber Connect conference. More inside... #sundaybrief

14

Why Volume Commitments Matter for Turnkey Broadband Solutions When it comes to broadband projects, committing to volume isn’t just a numbers game—it’s a strategy for success. Here’s how partnering with TAK as a turnkey provider and consolidating your work can make a real difference: 🔹 Better Pricing: Volume commitments help us plan ahead, reduce costs, and pass those savings on to you. More work equals better rates—simple as that. 🔹 Guaranteed Resources: Committing volume means dedicated teams and equipment ready for your projects. No delays, no scrambling—just smooth progress. 🔹 Stronger Partnerships: When we work closely together, our teams align with your timelines and goals. The result? Seamless execution and better outcomes, every time. Let’s simplify broadband deployment and build the future of connectivity—together. #BroadbandSolutions #TurnkeyBroadband #FTTH #MDUConstruction #IntegratedDelivery

15

2 Comments

In our industry, success for our broadband service provider (BSP) customers starts with active listening on our part. At Calix, we recognize that every BSP is unique - with different strategies, goals, and challenges. That’s why we prioritize meeting our customers where they’re at, fostering trust through genuine understanding and collaboration. It all begins with asking the right questions. Some of those include: · What is your strategy and what are your goals? ·  What are your biggest challenges? ·  Who are your best partners, and why? ·   How can we bring the most value to your organization? ·   If we work together, what will success look like for you? 
By understanding these nuances, our Success team can tailor solutions and tools to meet not only your current tech needs, but also your strategic aspirations. It’s about creating partnerships rooted in trust, where insights flow both ways. The result? Stronger working relationships and shared success in the present, with strategies, tools, and knowledge in place to execute future ambitions. Let me know in the comments how active listening has helped you and your customers succeed! #ActiveListening #BroadbandServiceProviders #CustomerFirst

43

1 Comment

Did you know T-Mobile for Business has the only nationwide #5G standalone #network in the U.S.? 5G Standalone is a "100% 5G network," built entirely on the latest 5G technology—without depending on older 4G systems like non-standalone 5G does. Standalone 5G is faster and more efficient than our 4G systems. And you need 5G standalone for innovations like: ✅ Network slicing ✅ Ultra-low latency ✅ Private 5G networks Discover how 5G standalone can take your business further: https://t-mo.co/4bKYfiT

9

1 Comment

As long as antennas remain the bottleneck in wireless broadband networks, the need for spectrum will grow along with the growth in network traffic

2

With power comes responsibility, and as T-Mobile continues to shine and transform the industry, we know our actions have an impact. Which is why we make it our responsibility to be a force for good in our business and communities.    Here are a few of my favorite Corporate Social Responsibility accomplishments from 2023: https://lnkd.in/gYmzZrsD

159

4 Comments

Navigating the Telecom Landscape: An overview of the evolving telecom industry and how to stay ahead of the curve: 1. Expertise in contract negotiation 2. Transparent billing practices 3. National partnerships for cost-effective solutions. Visit our website: directlineteam.com Your Direct Line to a Better Bottom Line!

1

Interesting development with T-Mobile acquiring US Cellular. This move will surely bring changes to the industry landscape. It will be important to watch how this merger impacts both companies and their customers and their suppliers. #telecom #merger

14

1 Comment

Boost Mobile and Wind River collaborate on the largest CaaS vendor changeover on an Open RAN network! Another great win for #WindRiver, and a moment of reflection. My takes from this success are three. Never give up. My colleagues had a dream (sound familiar?) and pursued it despite headwinds/adversities and delays. Perseverance and constancy gave them (and the client) the sense of being the right choice. Reputation is like a bee; it can fly but can sting you. An incumbent position is not a fixed status, it is not granted, and you need to maintain it and gain it every time. Challenge yourself. You can be Goliath tomorrow so, don’t forget you were David. Focus on what’s next, your client, be grounded, and don’t let the other determine who you are. Well done team! #WeAreWindRiver #StarlingX #CoreToEdge 🔗Learn more: https://ow.ly/iVMl30sIwTn

19

Nextivity is back on the road and in Illinois. Chicago represented today. Lots of in-depth discussion around how to fix cellular coverage for customers. A very impressive group of partners and potential partners. Groups like this energize me. #cellular #5g #lte #cbrs #education #schools #sales #salesenablement #retail

22

This standards initiative from TM Forum could help reduce the variation in B2B interfaces between FTTH wholesalers & access seekers. That can reduce costs for both parties. Good to see both altnets & incumbents collaborating here. If/when consolidation happens between FTTH providers, adherence to a common (modern API) TMF standard could also reduce the fallout for the ISP/Access seeker customers too. Some will say we could have done with such a cross-country standard "x" years ago. True, but its not too late to yield benefits.

52

2 Comments

Ugh - not good news for the #ucaas ecosystem. Another writedown for Vonage, as the synergies for Ericsson to help carriers sell API-led applications and solutions to enterprises aren't happening, at least fast enough. Actually, this has minimal impact on #ucaas, but the game plan here is based on Vonage having a strong installed base for comms solutions to pave the way #network and #wireless services. UC Today #ucoms

7

So you're saying you want better telecom deals and innovative solutions? Learn how partnerships with service providers can help you achieve this. Email us at [email protected]. Share your thoughts below! Your Direct Line to a Better Bottom Line!

2

5G is still rolling out and the conversations around 6G are heating up. Is 6G necessary and will it bring any valuable upgrades to consumers? Read on to find out: https://hubs.ly/Q02vpbbW0

1

According to Wolfe Research, fiber expansion barely slowed in 2023 and looks to be on track for continued growth through 2025 and beyond, due to the fact that fiber broadband pricing and trends look very robust and predictable. As the market for fiber broadband increases, it’s “now or never” to be the first in market to connect homes with fiber, as both public and private companies race to meet high demands for alternatives to cable.

7

Since connectivity is key to survival, learn how Windstream can support your always-on journey with robust networking solutions: https://okt.to/NrBn9l #BusinessGrowth #SDWAN #BusinessContinuity #NetworkConnectivity #TeamWE

3

What sets your broadband business apart from other providers competing for BEAD funding? How will you persuade the local broadband office to award funds to your business over neighboring providers in the race for funding? The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program isn’t just a funding opportunity; it’s a battleground for resources in a fast-growing market. A panel of experts from JSI, Unitel, and Calix will guide you through the labyrinth of the BEAD program’s latest developments to help you: ✅Understand BEAD program requirements to create a competitive application and assess potential risks. ✅Discover how to secure program financing, including obtaining matching funds, a Letter of Credit, and meeting post-award obligations. ✅Learn how Calix can help you transform the complex requirements of the BEAD program into strategic advantages. Get the guidance you need to seize BEAD opportunities. 🔗https://ow.ly/PgPn30sBXUl #BEAD #Broadband #BEADFunding

5

Telecom vendor selection isn't the same as other procurement. So if your vendor selection process tries to: - Only factor in price, - Rely on outdated information, - Overlook location-specific coverage... ...expect it to create sub-optimal connectivity at best, business disruption at worst. This one-size-fits-all approach might work in centralized procurement but in telecom - it falls short. Which is why I'm equal parts surprised & not surprised it's so common. Surprised because it's clearly the wrong approach. But also not surprised because it's easy to see how we got here... Telecom used to be very centralized. And, at that time, this made perfect sense. The carriers were limited. The options were standardized. Most services didn't leave the bounds of the office. These stakeholders needed to be able to control costs. The process supported that. It was only when remote work did end-users start having sway over connectivity decisions. In response, telecom procurement corrected course. But it over-corrected. And now the correction needs correcting. I'm not saying throw out procurement best practices. But I am saying that it should enable productivity as quickly & efficiently as possible. Eliminate the guesswork. Keep the oversight.

1