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Pole Load Analysis for Rapid FTTH Deployment
Summary
Our client is a leading American telecommunications company serving the Pacific Northwest region, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. They offer a range of phone and internet services for residential, commercial, and enterprise customers, currently serving over 500,000 customers across 4 states. Since 2020, they’ve deployed fiber networks in 100 new markets, spanning 1,700 miles.
Industry
Telecommunications
Size of the company
Annual Turnover of $500+ Million
Region
USA
Key Challenges
FTTH Deployment, Rural Connectivity, Regulatory Compliance, Pole Loading Analysis
Business Challenges
- PLA and Sag Calculations: Strict delivery timelines for pole load analysis and make-ready forms in the competitive FTTH market.
- Market Competition: Aim to be the first in the market, requiring joint pole applications to be submitted ahead of competitors in edge-out markets.
- Resource Allocation: Need for a skilled resource pool capable of handling Pole Attachment needs in edge-out markets.
- Regulatory Compliance: Understanding and adhering to municipal, state, and federal requirements related to pole attachments.
Strategy & Solution
- Expanded resource pool specifically for Pole Attachment needs in edge-out markets
- Training talent in pole load analysis techniques, implement systematic knowledge transfer processes, and employ a shadowing model for quick adaptation and productivity
- Network analysis and pole load calculations
- Accurate pole data collection and validation
Featured Technologies
Business Outcomes
Completed pole load analysis for 8,000 poles and meeting strict FTTH market delivery timelines
Successfully secured over 400 permits
Network expansion of 50,000+ Line Units (LUs) within the last 2 years, partly facilitated by efficient pole attachment processes
Extended connectivity solutions to over 91,000 homes, including areas requiring new pole attachments
Streamlined processes and adaptability significantly cut costs, enhancing overall operational efficiency in pole attachment and network deployment
WHY TECHWAVE?
We tackle challenges with a comprehensive strategy aligned with customer goals and our values. Our expertise and efficient processes guarantee timely delivery of high-quality solutions meeting current customer standards. We have been developing FTTH designs and securing permits for over 91,000 Living Units served on day one, along with 10,000 doors passed under the MDU scope. Our approach considers geographic, technological, and budgetary factors, ensuring the selection of optimal deployment methods to meet our customer’s needs.Talk to our experts to simplify your business challenges