E-rate Analysis

by John Harrington

Competition Lowers Broadband Prices

More vendor bids and option for self-provisioned networks bring faster networks, better prices.

by Peter Kaplan

One Last Thing to Do Before Vacation

There are 388 funding requests pending, totaling $51.6 million, that have summer deferrals status

by John Harrington

FY19 Commitments Approach $1 Billion

USAC picks up the pace of decisions, but another $1.9 billion still pending.

by John Harrington

FY2019 Funding Commitments Trail FY2018

After strong start, 9,760 applicants waiting for funds as pace of USAC decisions declines

by John Harrington

Old Funds Become Surprise New Liability

USAC resurrects old invoices after document retention period, asking applicants for $ millions

by John Harrington

FY2019 Demand Shows Steady Growth

A 32% increase in Category Two funding requests, and other gains, are positive signs for applicants.

by Peter Kaplan

698 Applicants At-Risk Due to Form Design

$23 million of Internet support in jeopardy because of confusing Form 470 "drop-down" menus.

by John Harrington

Three Factors that Drive Speed of FCDLs

Category of service, submission date and status of contract impact odds of early USAC decisions.