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08/24/2023

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High resolution clutter data makes a big difference in the results of your BDC filings when you have wireless technologies.

05/31/2023

Yesterday the FCC released the second version of the National Broadband Map.
The map can be found here: https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/home?version=dec2022.
This new map reflects broadband availability data reported in the March 1, 2023 filing—which is serviceable locations as of December 31, 2022—as well as any successful challenges to the BDC Fabric. This version of the map shows 3 million new broadband serviceable locations, while 2 million ineligible locations were removed—a result of more than 4 million challenges to the data.
Important Note:
When reviewing this map, is important to note that it is the location data that NTIA will use to make allocations to states for BEAD Program, which are expected to be announced in exactly one month, June 30, 2023.
While NTIA will use this new map data to determine how much money each state receives from the $42.5 billion, it does not determine how each state will disburse this money. Starting July 1, states will have six months to file an initial plan with NTIA, seeking approval for their broadband program. Once approval is given, states must base their awards to service providers on the most recent BDC map, at the time the state broadband award program begins. Thus, it is very likely that most states will be using the third version of the map (expected November 2023) or even fourth version of the map (expected May 2024) when distributing funds.
Importantly, you still have time to either add locations to the availability map or challenge locations that are currently shown to be served. Please let us know if you would like any assistance in fine tuning your data or filing challenges within your service territory to ensure that the BDC map is accurate when money is disbursed.

01/28/2023

Is your FCC BDC report ready? It’s due before March 1st.

The FCC 477 program is gone! Billing software reports will not make you compliant anymore.

Regulatory Solutions can help keep you compliant, by making filing BDC program data as painless as possible.

We run RF path studies to EVERY single address within range of your towers.

We report only addresses you can service with proper MAXIMUM SPEED.

This information can be looked up and viewed on a map that you can use for customer pre-qualification.

We now use 10-meter clutter data which greatly improves report accuracy.

Your ISP success depends on accurate, certified data and on-time reports.

Inaccurate BDC filing carries a penalty of up to $15,000 for each violation. *



Learn more about this new clutter data here.

Know with certainty that you can provide internet service to a home or business and at what maximum speed.

Provide quality data to the BDC that will withstand challenges.

Protect your service area from government funded overbuilds if you are using CBRS Licensed Access Points

Your BDC filing is accurate and certified by a Licensed Professional Engineer (as required by the FCC).

Regulatory Solutions, Inc.
Federal and State Regulatory Filings
www.regulatorysolutions.us
[email protected]
972-836-7107

* Public Notice Federal Communication Commission, Enforcement Advisory, No. 2022-03 - DA 22-639 - Released: June 15, 2022,

Born out of the need for an ever increasing regulatory burden on the broadband industry, Regulatory Solutions seeks to provide ISPs of all sizes access to accurate and complete regulatory filings primarily for the FCC and State Broadband Offices. Our team of experienced telecom engineers and GIS exp...

07/20/2022

Announcing a tool to assist Wireless ISP's in filing their network coverage to the FCC Broadband Deployment Collection (BDC) program. In partnership with Cameron Crum and Bob Olive, we realized that there are no convenient tools designed to successfully compile and file data, AND have them certified by a professional engineer as required, including the latency testing.
We understand many of you are scrambling to meet the technical reporting requirement by September 1st. Download our user guide and data template files today.
https://www.regulatorysolutions.us/
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Born out of the need for an ever increasing regulatory burden on the broadband industry, Regulatory Solutions seeks to provide ISPs of all sizes access to accurate and complete regulatory filings primarily for the FCC and State Broadband Offices. Our team of experienced telecom engineers and GIS exp...

08/09/2021

Just a reminder that your FCC form 477 filings will be due on September 1st. Don't wait until the last minute. This cycle has a new requirement that you are register in the FCC CORES system to be able to file your report.

From the FCC:

CHANGES (ACTION REQUIRED. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):

NEW LOGIN – You will need a CORES username and password (in addition to a 10-digit FRN) to log in. The attached instructions explain how to obtain a CORES username and password. After creating your username and password, associate your company’s FRN(s) with your username. The CORES homepage is https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do and tutorials are available at https://www.fcc.gov/licensing-databases/fcc-registration-system-cores/commission-registration-system-video-tutorials.

REPORTING ADVERTISED BANDWIDTHS FOR FIXED SERVICES - For Fixed Broadband Deployment and Fixed Broadband Subscription, report speeds greater than 10 Mbps as whole numbers or round to the nearest whole number as needed. See 'Advertised speeds' for FBD at https://us-fcc.app.box.com/v/FBDDefinitions and for FBS at https://www.fcc.gov/form477/FBS/definitions_fbs.pdf.

MOBILE DEPLOYMENT MAPS WITH GEOMETRY ERRORS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED - Check your maps for geometry errors before attempting to upload them to the modernized 477 filing interface. Best practice would be to run a repair algorithm (like QGIS’s 'Fix Geometries' algorithm or ArcPro’s 'Repair Geometries' with validation_method=OGC) over the maps to ensure that the geometries are well-formed in 2D according to the Open Geospatial Consortium rules.

REMINDERS:

MAKE A NEW FILING – You must create a NEW filing for your June 30, 2021 data. DO NOT attempt to update a previously submitted Form 477 filing since this will overwrite data for a prior reporting period.

USE 2010 CENSUS CODES – Continue to use Census 2010 block and tract boundaries. We will provide as much notice as possible before switching to the 2020 boundary definitions.

WANT HELP? – You can find helpful information on the FCC’s Form 477 Resources webpage at www.fcc.gov/form477. For Form 477 filing assistance, please call 1-877-480-3201 or 1-717-338-2824 (tty), or submit an e-support request online at https://fccprod.servicenowservices.com/auls?id=esupport.

Sincerely,
FCC Form 477 Team

07/07/2021

I was just added as a panelist to speak for this event today.

Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 12 Noon ET — Broadband Mapping is Back!

Our Broadband Breakfast Live Online events take place every Wednesday at 12 Noon ET. You can watch the July 7, 2021, event on this page. You can also PARTICIPATE in the current Broadband Breakfast Live Online event. REGISTER HERE.
Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 12 Noon ET — “Broadband Mapping is Back!”

Before the conversation of broadband deployment can even begin, accurate broadband maps must exist. Without sufficient mapping data, broadband providers may invest in areas that already have ample coverage, or worse yet, they may overlook areas desperately in need of coverage. Join Broadband Breakfast for a deep dive into the work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure that broadband build-outs are cost effective, future-proof, and able to meet the demands of the people they serve.

https://broadbandbreakfast.com/2021/06/broadband-breakfast-on-wednesday-july-7-2021-12-noon-et-broadband-mapping-is-back/

02/15/2021

05/20/2020

Participating on a panel today at noon about the latest broadband mapping efforts, the pros and cons of current data and methodology used by the FCC and how it relates to the underserved markets.

Broadband Breakfast Live Online on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, 12 Noon ET -

03/26/2020

If your internet company is trying to rapidly serve new customer requests that are outside your current service area, have you considered deploying fixed wireless services? There are some mature wireless solutions on the market that can deliver 25 to 50 megabit services very reliably. We have the ability to produce coverage area maps that show homes served based on potential transmitter locations you specify. These can be towers, buildings, farm silos and grain elevators, water tanks or any other structure you have available. Full consulting services for a wireless deployment or extension of your current internet system are also available.

02/27/2020

Are you an Internet Service Provider? Have you filed your FCC form 477 reports due on March 1st (and do you know you have to by law)? If you need help filing with the new format please contacts us and we should be able to assist.

There are changes to Form 477 for filings as of December 31, 2019! Filing Form 477: Filing Interface Who Must File Form 477? (PDF) Obtain an FRN (FCC Registration Number) or username from FCC CORES if you do not already one. Reset an FRN password or username password if necessary. For help, send an....

12/11/2019

Millimeter wave auctions starting soon. Spectrum allocations in 37, 39 and 47 GHz. This is prime for small cell and metro high capacity gigabit backhaul networks. Feel free to contact us to evaluate any markets up for bid.

General information and associated licensing parameters are provided below. Public notices provide specific information regarding this auction. This fact sheet includes:

09/19/2019

Are you an Internet Service Provider who has to report your network service areas to the FCC?

The new replacement program for the FCC form 477 filing is going to require higher level of detail in your company reporting. Are you prepared to deal with these changes? More detailed coverage maps will need to be part of that information. Reporting service availability in a detailed geospatial file and report is part of this new program The FCC is going to require GIS data by accurate speed availability, not just advertised speed. If your technology doesn't always allow ALL locations to get the maximum advertised speed, you will be required to report those slower areas separately. Will you be able to meet those requirements? Contact us to discuss your options.