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SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Securing Broadband: Cybersecurity Strategies for BEAD Subgrantees and Stakeholders
DESCRIPTION:As broadband infrastructure expands under the Broadband Equity\, Access\, and Deployment (BEAD) Program\, cybersecurity has become a critical component of compliance and long-term resilience. This webinar will explore the evolving cybersecurity expectations outlined by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and provide practical guidance for subgrantees and stakeholders. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nCybersecurity-related requirements for BEAD-funded projects\nRisk management planning and infrastructure resilience\nBest practices for securing broadband networks and systems\nStrategies for aligning with federal and state cybersecurity frameworks\n\nWhether you’re preparing your BEAD application or managing implementation\, this session will help ensure your cybersecurity posture meets compliance standards and supports sustainable broadband deployment. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-securing-broadband-cybersecurity-strategies-for-bead-subgrantees-and-stakeholders/
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SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Next-Gen Strategies to Elevate Internet Service Providers Broadband Operations
DESCRIPTION:The broadband market is evolving at breakneck speed\, and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are under immense pressure to deliver faster\, smarter\, and at scale. Join industry leaders and peers as they share proven strategies\, real-world insights\, and forward-looking perspectives on how ISPs can optimize operations\, drive efficiency\, and elevate both residential and enterprise customer experiences. and convert more. \nJoin industry leaders and peers Thursday\, October 23rd at 12 p.m. ET as they share proven strategies\, real-world insights\, and forward-looking perspectives on how ISPs can optimize operations\, drive efficiency\, and elevate both residential and enterprise customer experiences. and convert more. \nThis interactive session will explore how partnerships\, people\, platforms\, and AI-driven innovation are transforming the connected future of broadband. Together\, we’ll unpack: \n\nFuture-Proofing Your Operations – How to maintain your competitive edge while planning for “what’s next” in broadband services and customer expectations.\nOperational Efficiency & Cost Control – How to strike the balance between “homegrown” solutions and scalable solutions of people\, systems\, and platforms that accelerate speed-to-market.\nCustomer-Centric Service Delivery Models – Building and sustaining 24/7/365 support.\nBusiness Challenges and Use Cases– Practical ways to address the three core challenges that customer service and service delivery ISPs face.\nGrowth Through M&A – Challenges and best practices for bridging operations\, people\, and systems during consolidation\nAI-Driven Quality Assurance & Real-Time CX Insights – Proactive alerts\, AI triage\, and data personalization that boost satisfaction.\n\nWhether you’re a single state\, multi-state or nationwide ISP for consumer and enterprise\, navigating rapid growth\, streamlining M&A\, or rethinking your overall operations’ model\, this webinar will offer “real-life” actionable strategies for scaling sustainably while safeguarding your competitive brand. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-next-gen-strategies-to-elevate-internet-service-providers-broadband-operations/
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SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Books and Broadband: Advancing Rural Connectivity and Early Literacy Through Strategic Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Rural connectivity isn’t just about megabits per second — it’s about creating meaningful access that transforms lives. The Fiber Broadband Association and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library have partnered to bring the power of both broadband and books to rural families across America and Canada. \nThis webinar will highlight how broadband deployment can serve as a platform for measurable community benefit\, particularly in early childhood education and family engagement. Leaders from both organizations will share how this collaboration aligns with federal broadband investment goals\, supports digital equity planning\, and demonstrates tangible return on social infrastructure. \nBroadband officials will gain insight into how connecting families early not only fosters digital participation but also strengthens long-term adoption\, workforce readiness\, and community resilience. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand how broadband expansion and literacy initiatives jointly advance digital equity objectives.\nExplore partnership models that translate broadband infrastructure into social impact.\nLearn how local and state broadband offices can align with community programs to improve adoption rates.\nHear real examples of how connectivity and early learning investments reinforce one another in rural America and Canada.\n\nPresented by: \n \n\n\n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-books-and-broadband-advancing-rural-connectivity-and-early-literacy-through-strategic-partnership/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:FBA Presents - A Guide to Modernizing an ISP Tech Stack
DESCRIPTION:ISPs operating on aging systems face a simple choice. Modernize and scale or stall out and spend more to maintain the status quo. Rising subscriber expectations\, increased competition\, grant timelines\, and investor pressure make modernization a priority. This guide is a practical\, step-by-step playbook for operators moving from legacy OSS/BSS to a modern stack\, created with support from CORE\, an independent consulting firm that contributed methodology\, best-practice frameworks\, and decision-making processes for ISP IT transformation. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-a-guide-to-modernizing-an-isp-tech-stack/
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