Economics trumps technology over time, or said another way, technology is always in the service of economics. NTIA’s recognition that a fiber-first/only approach was economically impractical for a plurality of demographics in bringing broadband, 100:20 Mbps, to unserved addresses is both welcome and a nod to a free market approach. The technology-neutral revision of the BEAD program, which focuses the State Broadband Committees on the cost per bit per location to enable broadband, will drive more coverage and address the access gap faster at a substantially lower cost to taxpayers. Furthermore, it enables a more sustainable business model for all network operators. Fixed wireless broadband, utilizing both licensed and unlicensed spectrum, is an ideal solution for the typically low-density unserved and underserved markets that BEAD is seeking to address.
Cambium’s Fixed Wireless Solutions Meet BEAD Goals
Cambium Networks PMP 450 and ePMP product lines can meet and exceed the mandated BEAD standard of 100:20 service and can do so at an industry-leading $/bit basis – a winning combination. Both take advantage of both 5 and 6 GHz, with the PMP 450 platform also supporting use of the 3 GHz CBRS band. Legacy ePMP 3000 networks can be seamlessly migrated to ePMP 4500, enabling higher data rates for deployed subscribers and extending coverage in BEAD-defensible markets. cnHeat can provide rapid coverage and capacity models, enabling you to evaluate markets, select tower sites, and quickly support the BEAD funding proposals to meet the aggressive revised schedule defined by NTIA.
Act Now: Time Is Critical
Time now is of the essence. With proposals needing to be resubmitted and ever-increasing political pressure to begin rollouts, using trusted and available solutions is critical.
Cambium Networks stands ready to assist you prepare compelling BEAD applications that demonstrate that economics always wins. Please reach out to your Cambium Networks representative or complete a quick contact card, and we will follow up directly with you.