Darren Dierbeck Announces Retirement
July 23, 2024
With gratitude for an extraordinary career, we share the news that Darren Dierbeck, Sr. VP of Customer Relations, has announced his retirement at the end of the summer. One of Vantage Point’s six original co-founders, Darren has been instrumental in Vantage Point’s business development and growth to nearly 550 employees today. Through the years he…
Continue ReadingVantage Point Solutions Acquires BKI Engineering
July 22, 2024
Premier fiber engineering and consulting firm adds power services to comprehensive suite of solutions. Vantage Point Solutions has acquired BKI Engineering Services, including wholly-owned subsidiary Utility Resource Collaborative. The move adds power engineering and wildfire mitigation planning expertise to the existing broadband engineering and consulting services already supporting power utilities across the country. “We’re excited…
Continue ReadingFCC Revives Net Neutrality Rules
April 25, 2024
BIAS Once Again Subject to Title II Summary On April 25, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) considered a proposed Declaratory Ruling, Order, Report and Order, and Order on Reconsideration (Net Neutrality Order) and voted to reclassify Broadband Internet Access Service (BIAS) as a “telecommunications service” – placing it back under Title II subject to…
Continue ReadingTransitioning Away From ACP
April 23, 2024
ISP's Frequently Asked Questions. As the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) approaches its scheduled conclusion, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) face critical changes as this funding program comes to an end. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) mandates specific actions and compliance measures during this transition period. Tammie Herrlein, Vantage Point Solutions Senior Analyst, addresses frequently asked questions... Continue ReadingDigital Discrimination: Moving Forward in the New Frontier.
April 10, 2024
Digital Discrimination Rules Have Been Implemented. The FCC’s Digital Discrimination rules were implemented on March 22nd. Learn more about these rules here. While legislative disputes are expected, Vantage Point is available to help you navigate these new rules, understand how they apply to you, and guide you on what steps your ISP should be taking…
Continue ReadingMoving Forward After ACP.
March 29, 2024
Vantage Point Advises Caution. ACP has Ended. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that April 2024 marks the final month eligible subscribers will receive their full benefit under ACP. View the announcement here. In light of this development, many broadband providers are eager to bridge the gap with potential low-income package alternatives. While admirable,…
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News & Announcements
VPS Spirit of Service: The Banquet, January 2024
February 5, 2024
The Vantage Point spirit of service is at the core of everything we do. This January, VPS volunteers had the opportunity to serve meals at The Banquet in Sioux Falls, SD. More about The Banquet: The Banquet, founded in 1985, started with just one meal per week and has grown to serve 16 meals per... Continue ReadingMerry Christmas from Vantage Point!
December 18, 2023
From all of us… Thank you for your continued support, friendship, and dedication to our great industry this year. It has been a pleasure working with you and we look forward to great things in 2024! Continue ReadingVantage Point Solutions Bolsters Industry-Leading Expertise with 11 Professional Engineers
December 11, 2023
Cole Donahue now one of 11 Licensed Professional Engineers on staff. Vantage Point Solutions, a premier broadband engineering and consulting company, is pleased to announce the addition of Cole Donahue, PE, to their distinguished team of professional engineers. This achievement marks a significant milestone as Vantage Point Solutions now boasts a remarkable 11 licensed Professional…
Continue ReadingVantage Point Files Comments on NOI Supporting USF Sustainability
October 23, 2023
Vantage Point has filed comments in the Notice of Inquiry on future USF issues and sustainability of support. Respectfully submitted by Larry Thompson, PE, Jeff Smith, and Mikaela Burma, JD, it was noted that: Broadband sustainability is of equal importance to broadband deployment. A full-service network will evolve regionally. NOI methodology options require further analysis….
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