The importance of delivering broadband service to underserved communities and supporting digital inclusion continues to receive increased attention—but it is not new for consulting and engineering firms (CEFs). For years, CEFs have been at the center of the expansion of broadband services, supporting internet service providers, regional service providers, municipalities, and utility co-ops in the development of business plans, design and deployment of network, and—in some cases—managing the entire solution and service lifecycle.
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