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Optimizing Networks for Redundancy and Efficiency with Strategic Solutions
Summary
A leading American telecommunications provider serving over half a million customers across the Northwestern region, sought to expand their Fiber network in remote and underserved areas. Faced with challenges of high deployment costs and complex address validation process, Techwave’s innovative solutions helped the client overcome the obstacles and enhance their network capabilities.
Industry
Telecommunications
Company Size
Annual Turnover of $517.4 Million
Region
USA
Key Challenges
Design Gaps in Rural Connectivity, Address Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Operational Efficiency
Business Challenges
- Rural Network Expansion While managing high deployment costs and achieving seamless connectivity
- Address Validation Complexities To ensure accurate prediction of investment and operational costs
- Pole Load Analysis and Infrastructure Design To meet expanding network demands and regulatory standards
- The existing applications proved inadequate in effectively scaling to accommodate the burgeoning business requirements
- Permit and Regulatory Compliance Navigating complex municipal, state, and federal permitting processes
Solutions
- Devised a planned distribution network for the deployment of Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP) networks, incorporating several splitters.
- Utilized Katapult and other data collection software for precise address validation and demarcation identification.
- Streamlined permit processes across multiple jurisdictions, securing over 400 permits for various network deployments.
- Conducted extensive pole load analyses using OCALC and other tools, ensuring compliance with pole owner standards and regulatory requirements.
Tech Stack
Business Outcomes
The adoption of Techwave’s solution brought about substantial positive changes in the client’s operations, resulting in:
Successfully connected over 91,000 homes
Improved Fiber footprint across Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana
Established Fiber networks in the Northwestern states, ensuring quick and efficient connectivity
Connected 50,000+ Line Units (LUs) within 2 years, assisting the client in meeting operational objectives
Connecting remote regions and optimizing processes for cost-cutting outcomes through valuable designs and permits
Laid the groundwork for future technological advancements, including the integration of 5G services
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