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Blog How GIS transforms fiber proposals - Part 1: The cost of manual proposal methods

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How GIS transforms fiber proposals - Part 1: The cost of manual proposal methods

Ever wonder why some fiber providers consistently win contracts while others struggle to close deals? In a recent webinar, we pulled back the curtain...

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Blog | What did FTTH Conference tell us about the future of fibre?

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What did FTTH Conference tell us about the future of fibre?

If this year’s FTTH Conference in Amsterdam made anything clear, it’s that the fibre industry is moving faster, growing smarter, and getting a whole...

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Along the Path newsletter

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Along the Path: How can we support network scalability?

Welcome to the 2025 Q2 edition of Along the Path. In this issue, we’re exploring scalability. Often overlooked during the buildout frenzy,...

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Blog | Digital transformation - What does it mean for network management?

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Digital transformation - What does it mean for telecom network management?

It feels like the European fixed line telecom market is in change. After a frantic 10 years of network rollout, the industry is finally taking a...

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Blog | From buildout to buy-in: What's driving full fibre take-up in the UK?

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From buildout to buy-in: What's driving full fibre take-up in the UK?

The UK’s full fibre broadband market is at a critical inflection point. With billions invested in network buildouts over the past few years, the...

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Blog | 2025 and beyond: What’s next for telecom?

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2025 and beyond: What’s next for telecom?

Fiber networks have transformed how we live, work, and connect. They power everything from streaming our favorite shows to enabling the smart cities...

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Connected America 2025 recap: Innovations and regulations shaping telecom's future

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Connected America 2025 recap: Innovations and regulations shaping telecom's future

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the third annual Connected America conference in Dallas. Over 2,200 industry professionals gathered to...

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Blog | The hidden costs of not using OSP design software

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The hidden costs of not using OSP design software

Some network operators still rely on manual processes or outdated tools for outside plant (OSP) design, assuming they can cut costs by avoiding...

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Blog | The case for a scalable physical network inventory

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The case for a scalable physical network inventory

With the surge in fibre network rollouts, the demands on network management solutions are greater than ever. Yet, many telcos are still navigating...

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Blog | Rural vs urban fiber network planning: The challenges and opportunities

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Rural vs urban fiber network planning: The challenges and opportunities

The approach to planning and deploying fiber networks can vary dramatically between rural and urban environments. While modern fiber design software...

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