Recently a few folks from our team attended a Native Edge Institute (NEI) sponsored by the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (the National Center) at Microsoft’s Corporate Headquarters…
Last month I discussed some federal programs specifically for technology and telecommunications infrastructure, the Universal Service Programs and the Rural Utilities Programs which are only a small example of the…
For many months I have been sharing my thoughts on various happenings in technology and telecommunications. By now, I think we can all agree broadband is crucial for increased health,…
The past month I was able to see Federal Communications Commission, Commissioner Mignon Clyburn speak at the Competitive Carrier Association spring gathering, where I was reminded of the stark statistics…
Last month I talked about The Internet of Things (IoT) because it continues to be one of the hottest terms in the technology industry today. I talked about the positive…
The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the hottest terms in the technology industry today. Hardly a week goes by without hearing about our connected world, or the Internet…
Once in awhile, I talk to a tribe that isn’t quite ready to invest in telecom infrastructure. We talk a little more and sometimes they identify tribal members that may…
I have been asked by tribal partners what my thoughts are surrounding net neutrality which has been in the news lately. For those that aren’t familiar with this topic, I…
I often talk to technology leaders that indicate their departments are looked at as purely a cost center and it is very difficult to compete for internal funding for so…
I’m encouraged by the spotlight that the new Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai has placed on the digital divide, this year. It is a divide that continues to impact…