CostQuest Associates

? Empowering the #broadband industry for over 25 years, CostQuest Associates (CQA) offers a wide range of data products and consulting services to support?the diverse needs of the broadband industry! ??The team is dedicated to helping our clients reach their goals and committed to providing solutions that deliver the confidence and assurance needed to make effective decisions for the future. ?? Follow the link below to learn about who CostQuest is, company values, and a quick overview of the various services and data products CostQuest offers! #broadbandnetworks #broadbandaccess

?? From the beaches of Florida to the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta - It’s been a busy conference season so far! With the team on the move attending key industry events, different perspectives were shared in terms of #broadband expansion across: - NTCA RTIME - MetroConnect - Mobile World Congress - NRECA Tech Advantage Key Takeaways: ?? #BEAD Uncertainty - The program is likely to see some changes, mainly regarding technology requirements. We will continue to wait and see, no final changes have been made. Some states continue to run their grant programs to keep on target of expanding reliable high-speed internet to their constituents. ?? Global Innovation – Countries are leveraging AI and mobile broadband to solve connectivity needs. Notable developments include AgriTech advancements, China Telecom’s two-person drone helicopter, and Viettel’s Search-and-Rescue drone. ?? Utilities & Broadband – More Electric Co-Ops are investing in broadband, with increases in AI, data, and bandwidth developments, more data centers are popping up in rural areas, raising power and connectivity demands. ?? M&A Activity – The broadband industry is seeing more and more mergers and acquisitions. Understanding asset valuation and market potential is crucial for both sellers and investors. Next Stop: WISPAMERICA in Oklahoma City. We’ll see you there! NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, Mobile World Capital Barcelona, NRECA.

Looking to dive deeper into the data from the FCC’s National Broadband Map? Sign up for the free version of OnLook, a GIS Broadband Analytics App at the Hex-9 level, to easily uncover across the US: ? Unserved, underserved, and served locations ? Providers and technology ? Number of location structures and units from the Location Fabric ?? No need to download the data from the National #Broadband Map and build it into your own map – we’ve done it for you. ? Easily compare versions of the Location #Fabric and BDC Service Availability data to analyze the differences over time. Sign up for the free version of OnLook to start exploring the data today ???? https://lnkd.in/gcKGQghS

Where to next, CostQuest? NRECA’s TechAdvantage Expo down south in Atlanta, GA ??. Come sync with the CostQuest team on the most prominent topics and solutions driving the electric cooperative industry forward. ?? See how our Broadband Location #Fabric datasets, broadband planning, and cost modeling services behind major federal broadband programs, from the FCC’s BDC to NTIA’s #BEAD, can help electric co-ops uncover broadband market expansion opportunities and optimize deployment operations. If you’re attending #TechAdvantage25, we'll see you in Atlanta! #broadband Rachelle Medalia, PMP, Jack Nettleton, Hailey Farrow

?? Congrats to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin for completing Round 1 of their #BEAD Subgrantee Process! With Wisconsin's grant process powered by CostQuest’s Custom Grant Award Management System, Wisconsin’s Round 1 results are in: ?? 425 applications were submitted ?? $2.9 B in total BEAD Funds were requested ???95% of eligible locations included in submitted applications -- 188,926 out of 199,067 eligible locations ?? This is a significant step forward in helping Wisconsin expand internet access to its citizens through the use of precise data and systems to distribute funds efficiently. Round 2 of PSCW’s BEAD grant process will take place approximately this spring. #broadband #broadbandnetworks

?? We’re excited to invite you to Fabric Forward 25 – CostQuest’s First-Ever #Fabric User Conference! An exclusive in-person event designed for direct users and stakeholders of CostQuest’s National Location Fabric, Cost Modeling, and Commercial datasets. This conference is a unique opportunity to: ? Get exclusive in-person deep dives into the origin and development of the Location Fabric and cost data that guides major federal broadband programs for the FCC, NTIA's #BEAD, and more. ? Explore real-world use cases and best practices for the data from current users of the Fabric in the industry, and from CostQuest's experts with topics including how to identify new markets to expand into, submit challenges, apply for federal funding, create network cost and business case scenarios to assess ROI, inform mergers and acquisitions, and much more. ? Learn technical best practices for manipulating, visualizing, and building analyses with Fabric data in SQL, ArcGIS, and beyond. ? Engage directly with the CostQuest team and ask your questions through dedicated Office Hours. ??? With the venue set against the backdrop of Seattle’s stunning waterfront, experience breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier, all while staying at the iconic Edgewater Hotel—a landmark in Seattle’s music history tied to some of music’s greatest icons.? Let us know if you’d like to attend and the topics you’re most interested in. Registration opens in March, and limited spots are available! Click the link below for more info and submit your topics: https://lnkd.in/g-ZEZzWj?? ? We look forward to seeing you in Seattle! ?? Where: Seattle, WA – Bell Harbor Convention Center & Edgewater Hotel? ?? When: October 20-22, 2025 #broadband #broadbandmapping

The full Location #Fabric & BDC Version 5 Analysis is here! Key findings: ? 15% decrease in unserved locations (now 5.1M) ? 2.5M locations covered by federal broadband funding ? 5.08M locations remain eligible for #BEAD funding This updated data helps us get a granular picture of broadband coverage across the U.S. and accurately target federal funding to bring connectivity where it's needed most. ??Explore the full analysis of the data in the article below. #broadbandmapping

?? At NTCA RTIME this week? Be sure to stop by Booth #519 to connect! Explore how our industry-standard Location #Fabric data, broadband mapping, and financial modeling services can help you make smart, strategic operations and capital investment decisions with confidence. All while syncing customer databases, business operations, and streamlining compliance. ?? Feel free to also ask questions about how our Location Fabric data supports #BEAD, National Broadband Mapping, and other federal programs. See you at RTIME! #broadband

?? Today is about strengthening connections that matter. On this Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded that strong connections—both personal and digital—are essential. In the #broadband industry, the work of service providers, network planners, engineers, consultants, governments, and beyond is helping build the foundation for human connections, opportunity, and accessibility. Yes, Valentine’s Day is full of roses are red, violets are blue, sweet tarts shaped like hearts, and maybe a teddy bear and chocolate too. But beyond the roses and chocolates, today is also about the work that keeps people connected—whether across town or across the world. ?? Happy Valentine’s Day to all, and to those working to keep the world connected. #broadbandaccess

?? The #MetroConnect USA conference is coming up quick! Looking to talk broadband data, mapping, network cost modeling, or how our core Fabric data supports #BEAD, National Broadband Mapping, and other federal funding programs? Come stop by CostQuest's meeting room on the expo floor, or reach out to Alfonso Porras, Daniel Pietig, or Thomas Coffey, on the conference networking app. We’ll catch you in Fort Lauderdale.?? #metroconnectusa