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Leadership and Innovation: The Oklahoma Broadband Office Path to Success

December 18, 2024

The Oklahoma Broadband Office, led by Mike Sanders, has rapidly transformed from a three-person team with no internet connection into a powerhouse managing over $1.3 billion in federal funds to expand broadband across the state.

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Bridging the Pelican State’s Digital Divide: How Ready Enabled a Transparent, Automated Approach to Louisiana’s BEAD Implementation

January 13, 2025

The $42.5 billion BEAD Program aims to close America’s digital divide, ensuring equitable access to high-speed internet. Louisiana demonstrates effective implementation through innovative approaches and strategic partnerships.

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Congrats Louisiana!: Making BEAD History Again Vol II Approved

December 15, 2023

Louisiana has again made BEAD history by becoming the first state to receive NTIA approval on both Volume I and II of its initial proposal.

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Congratulations to Delaware and Montana for NTIA Approval

January 4, 2024

The two states have become the latest (one of only five so far) to receive NTIA approval of their Volume 1 BEAD plans.

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A Fool-Proof Recipe for Stakeholder Engagement

January 11, 2024

Five ingredients to engage stakeholders for BEAD and beyond

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Congrats Montana on Being Ready for BEAD

February 15, 2024

The Treasure State’s challenge process, powered by Ready, is on the horizon.

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Congrats Nevada on Being Ready for BEAD

February 16, 2024

The Silver State’s challenge process, powered by Ready, is right around the corner.

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New York’s challenge process brings a new scene for BEAD

February 15, 2024

The Empire State makes waves with historic challenge process.

Indiana Is Speeding to Bring Broadband to Every Hoosier Thumbnail Image

Indiana Is Speeding to Bring Broadband to Every Hoosier

February 26, 2024

Indiana plows a path to better broadband powered by Ready’s software.

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The Magnolia State continues to plant the seeds for BEAD success and beyond

February 27, 2024

Broadband for all is more than a slogan in The Magnolia State.

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The Free State is Working to Make Broadband Affordable and Accessible to All

February 29, 2024

The Stars are Aligning for Kansas as it seeks to improve broadband connectivity.