By Deepak Das, VP of Solutions at Federated Wireless and Sergiu Nedevschi, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder of Tarana Wireless
Success in Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funded deployments requires more than robust network infrastructure—it demands precise information on the availability of broadband service, compliant to the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC) requirements. This can be particularly challenging for fixed wireless access (FWA) network operators, especially those in the mid-market segment with fewer resources, as they strive to meet the BDC reporting requirements tied to the BEAD funding. In response, Federated Wireless and Tarana have partnered to simplify BDC reporting compliance for FWA operators enhancing both the feasibility and profitability of their deployments, breaking down the barriers to success in BEAD funded deployments.
Overcoming the Challenges of BDC Reporting
BDC reporting compliance requires precise and accurate coverage and broadband service data that needs advanced technical skills and strict adherence to FCC requirements. Even the largest WISPs face significant hurdles in meeting the compliance criteria, which is why this collaborative solution is built to streamline the process and equip network operators with state-of-the-art reporting tools.
Transforming BDC Compliance with Key Capabilities:
Federated Wireless and Tarana’s strategic partnership delivers several game-changing capabilities that set new standards in BDC reporting:
- Nationwide High-Precision Geo-Data & Propagation Modeling: Integrates high-resolution geospatial data with an advanced propagation model to support detailed coverage analysis and ensure NTIA compliance.
- Integrated Adaptive Network Planning (ANP) Support: Federated’s ANP platform efficiently collects and assesses the technical data required for precise compliance reporting.
- Regulatory and Technical Expertise: By leveraging deep understanding of FCC requirements and direct integration at the equipment level, we ensure every report is both accurate and compliant.
- OEM Collaboration: This strategic partnership integrates OEM performance metrics to ensure that the reporting accurately meets the compliance requirements.
- Advanced Automation & Visualization: Proprietary software, powered by sophisticated algorithms and robust computing resources, transforms what was once a time-consuming process into an automated and streamlined workflow.
Enhancing Viability and Profitability in BEAD Deployments
By integrating these advanced capabilities, our solution not only minimizes manual errors and reduces operational costs but also provides actionable performance insights that are critical to financial sustainability. With accurate reporting, operators can maximize the benefits of BEAD funding and focus on network expansion and technological innovation.
Sergiu Nedevschi, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder at Tarana Wireless noted,
“BEAD funding is crucial for our customers. The reporting feature provided by Federated Wireless enables our clients to access CBRS and 6 GHz more effectively—a critical factor in securing BEAD funding. Given the massive resource demand of BDC reporting, any misstep can lead to significantly lower profits or even result in the loss of BEAD funding.”
Looking Ahead
By making our advanced Federated Wireless reporting solution available for Tarana, we are empowering network operators to navigate the complex landscape of BDC compliance with ease. This offering paves the way for smoother BEAD-funded deployments, ensuring that operators can focus on building more efficient, future-ready networks. Combined with Tarana’s class-leading fixed wireless infrastructure offerings, we are redefining the landscape of fixed wireless connectivity and operational efficiency.
To learn more about how our enhanced BDC reporting capabilities can drive the success of BEAD funded deployment efforts. For more information, please visit Federated Wireless and Tarana or contact our teams directly.
