Vantage Point Solutions & Utility Resource Collaborative Announce Partnership with Tempest Across the country, our hearts go out to the many individuals, families, and businesses impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California. The loss and challenges faced by these communities underscore the importance of wildfire mitigation and enhanced safety measures. As consulting engineers in … Read more
Published February 2021 In the recent auction, RDOF funds were awarded to fixed wireless technologies at the Gig tier. But can fixed wireless technology deliver Gigabit performance in Rural America? Vantage Point CEO Larry Thompson authored a widely renowned whitepaper examining that exact question. This whitepaper was submitted to the FCC as part of the … Read more
Why Password Length is More Important than Complexity In today’s digital world, we access sensitive information and systems frequently. Administrators protect sensitive systems from unauthorized access by implementing some form of authentication mechanism, which requires users to prove their identity before being granted access. There are three primary methods of authentication: something you know, something … Read more
PsyberSecurity: Where Computer Security Meets Psychology We have all heard stories of computers being hacked, but did you know that your brain can also be hacked? High-tech computer hacking can be difficult, especially when the target organization has invested many resources into cybersecurity technologies. Because of this difficulty, many cyber-attackers have discovered that it is … Read more
We hear so much about data breaches and cyber-attacks these days. Learning that hackers exposed millions of credit card numbers or other pieces of personal information seems to happen more and more. Even large companies with well-funded security such as Facebook, Microsoft, and Equifax suffer at the hands of malicious cyber attackers. Considering how these … Read more
Robert Bengel, Director of Customer Relations, has announced his decision to retire effective June 12, 2020. Robert served the Southwest region of the United States for Vantage Point Solutions. His career spanned the industry and the country, having worked with clients on data services, business analysis, OC-12/48/192 long haul equipment, PBX equipment, billing and OSS/GIS, … Read more
Thank you for the fun, inspiring years, Farley! In a bittersweet announcement, Vantage Point is pleased to congratulate Farley Davis on his retirement. After decades serving the telecom/broadband industry, including 8 with Vantage Point, Farley is moving on to his next chapter: spending time with his wife and family, and enjoying golf, travel, and fishing. … Read more
Vantage Point is pleased to share that Lee Jager, Integration Services Manager, has been honored with the Service Member Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The Patriot award recognizes individual supervisors for support provided to a nominating Service member and his or her family. The award reflects efforts made … Read more
Two industry leaders combine nearly 70 years of experience, more than 350 staff, and 7 office locations. Vantage Point Solutions and GVNW Consulting are pleased to announce their merger. The two companies combine nearly 70 years of experience, more than 350 staff, and 7 office locations. “GVNW’s leadership and experience has been an asset to … Read more
Feb. 7, 2020: FCC Releases RDOF Order The FCC has just released the Report and Order previously approved at the January 30 open meeting; the full document is linked here. The Vantage Point Consulting and Engineering teams are actively reviewing this Order for any significant changes, surprises, or declarations. If you wish to receive a … Read more
RDOF: What’s Happening Now? Vantage Point has fielded several inquiries about the status of RDOF since the FCC’s January 30 meeting. Here we are providing an update about what is happening now, what to expect next, and what steps you can be taking at this time. What’s happening now Last week the FCC voted to … Read more
Thank you for 17+ inspiring years, Warren! Warren Vande Stadt has announced his intention to retire on February 14, 2020. Warren has worked in the wireless industry for more than 40 years, with the last 17+ years at Vantage Point Solutions. During his time in the industry, Warren has seen tremendous change from vacuum tube … Read more
Geolocation data for locations built in 2019 are due on March 2. This deadline applies to companies with these funding obligations: You may be missing locations Carriers who may have already collected location information through a process other than in the field geocoding may be missing some locations. For example, some automated geocoding processes lack the … Read more
Congratulations, Eric! The Vantage Point team is thrilled to congratulate Eric Rajchel, of our Engineering team, on successfully passing his Professional Engineering exam. Eric has worked diligently under the mentorship of fellow Vantage Point P.E.s since graduating from South Dakota State University in 2016. During this time he has specialized in aerial engineering, co-authoring a … Read more
The Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) reverse auction, a $20.4 Billion broadband funding opportunity, will require substantial advance preparation for interested participants Vantage Point Solutions is pleased to introduce the RDOF Concierge Prep Service, a package of information and services for broadband providers interested in the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund reverse auction. The Rural Digital … Read more
Vantage Point Solutions is pleased to announce Julie Darrington has joined the Vantage Point team as Vice President of Consulting. Darrington, previously a Vice President at CenturyLink, brings over 25 years of experience to Vantage Point. She began her duties April 1. The role was previously held by Rep. Dusty Johnson, who was elected to … Read more
Vantage Point Solutions is proud to share that Ginny Gardea, Director of Customer Relations, has been elected to the Montana Telecommunications Association Board as an Associate Member Director. “I am so pleased at this honor,” Gardea says. “The companies in Montana have a hard job of connecting some of the most rural parts of America. … Read more
Vantage Point Solutions is pleased to announce the hiring of Karl Hochmuth, who has joined the Vantage Point team as Director of Customer Relations. Hochmuth will work remotely from his office in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, assisting telecom and broadband companies across the Midwest. “I’m really excited to work with the team at Vantage Point, helping … Read more
Dusty Johnson has served as the Vice President of Consulting at Vantage Point since 2014 MITCHELL, SD (November 7, 2018) – Last night, Dusty Johnson was elected to serve as South Dakota’s lone Representative in the U.S. House. He will thus be leaving his position as the Vice President of Consulting at Vantage Point Solutions, … Read more
The 25,000 square foot office addition nearly doubles the size of the company’s headquarters. Vantage Point Solutions announces the completion of their 25,000 square-foot office expansion. A grand opening was held on July 10, featuring South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard. “This is the best kind of economic development,” Governor Daugaard commented about the employee growth. … Read more
