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Mapping of broadband
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SNG can provide a full mapping
solution that meets NTIA requirements. Or, for States
that are undertaking their own mapping project, SNG can
provide enrichment and verification.
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Multi-source, independently verified mapping:
The NTIA makes it clear that it will favor broadband
mapping projects in which accuracy of data is
verified using multiple methods. As the NOFA
explains, projects that “do not provide more than
one way to determine the accuracy of availability
data at any given location will not receive high
scores.” While data provided by service providers
under confidentiality agreements is a key source of
mapping data, SNG’s methodology enables States to
augment this with data gathered directly from end-users
via surveys and web sites, as well as other public
and commercial sources. Data from the various
sources are compared and integrated, to maximize
accuracy as well as the amount and value of data
available to policymakers and stakeholders.
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Integration of supply and demand data: which
enables infrastructure planning that is forward-looking
and responsive to the current and future needs of
the State, its institutions, communities and
businesses. SNG’s mapping solution gathers data on
broadband usage, benefits and barriers. This demand-side
data is particularly helpful in developing future
broadband proposals that support additional stimulus
goals and can qualify for grants from multiple
stimulus funding streams.
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What we can do for you
We will prepare a proposal to support your broadband
mapping with:
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GIS broadband supply data, including type,
speed and price of connection, carrier coverage
areas, and monthly broadband expenditures by
individual businesses, organizations, and households.
Value: SNG’s multi-source approach will
provide you with the independent verification of
carrier-provided data needed to win NTIA approval of
your mapping proposal.
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GIS Broadband Demand data on utilization of
and benefits from broadband and e-solutions (online
tools and applications) by individual businesses,
organizations, and households. Value: The
integration of supply and demand data will enhance
the value of your broadband maps, and help you
develop sustainable broadband adoption programs that
can attract additional NTIA funding.
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Analysis of gaps in access to and use of
broadband and e-solutions. This gap analysis
will help you identify and address “unserved” and
“underserved” areas, and areas in which available
capabilities are underutilized. Value: The
results will be a well-informed set of priorities
for investments in both infrastructure and
sustainable adoption programs.
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