News and perspectives from the world of fiber optic networking

There's a lot to say in the world of fiber optic networking - planning, design, mapping, technology, software, database, permitting, dark fiber, fiber-to-the-home. The experienced network professionals of 3-GIS know the challenges you face & implement solutions daily.

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Nov 4, 2024 12:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • App modernization
  • Digital transformation
  • Communications service providers

Future-proofing fiber management: Insights from Oman Broadband’s migration to 3-GIS

Fiber network operators are facing unprecedented demands for speed, reliability, and scalability. As competition intensifies and customer expectations soar, relying on legacy network management systems can severely hinder operational efficiency, network performance, and growth potential. Embracing modern, cloud-based solutions offers operators a transformative edge, providing the agility and intelligence needed to manage and optimize fiber networks effectively.  

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Oct 28, 2024 2:30:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • Fiber network design and automation
  • 3-GIS | Web
  • Fiber network planning

Making fiber network connectivity modeling easier

Connectivity modeling, or ensuring that fiber strands, splices, and equipment accurately mirror real-world configurations, is fundamental to fiber network management. In a recent poll conducted by 3-GIS, 40% of respondents answered that making logical connections and splicing consumed most of their time when it comes to network modeling.* Though challenging, streamlining this process is possible. Let’s explore a few ways to do so using 3-GIS | Web.

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Oct 21, 2024 5:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • Telecom technologies
  • Communications service providers
  • Fiber network planning

Decoding customer needs with GIS

Data, data, data. We are all about data. It is the foundation of today's telco world, from where to deploy next to how to serve our customers best. We know telecommunications companies are constantly seeking innovative ways to make their data more actionable. Enter GIS (or Geographic Information System). The GIS market in telecommunications is booming, with revenues expected to grow from $1.56 billion in 2021 to $4.48 billion by 2030.1 This exponential growth underscores the transformative impact of GIS on the industry.

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Oct 14, 2024 11:30:00 AM
  • GIS
  • Communications service providers
  • Fiber deployment

Navigating the stages of fibre network rollout

The rollout of a fiber network is a complex, multi-phase process that involves meticulous planning, design, surveying, and execution. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) play a crucial role at each stage, ensuring that the network is deployed efficiently and effectively. In this blog, we walk through the various stages of fibre network rollout, detailing what takes place in each stage and what needs to be achieved.

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Oct 7, 2024 12:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • 3-GIS | Mobile
  • Press
  • 3-GIS | Web

Along the Path: How can we boost operational efficiency?

Welcome to the 2024 Q4 edition of Along the Path. In this edition, we’re focusing on ways to boost efficiency from using your data to help supplement your workforce to speeding up fault resolution.

 

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Sep 30, 2024 8:00:00 AM
  • Telecom technologies
  • App modernization
  • Data integrity
  • SSP Vision

What is SSP Vision? Transforming telecom operations with AI-powered asset management

SSP Vision, designed and developed by SSP Innovations, leverages cutting-edge technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality to address one of the most critical challenges in the industry: the need for accurate, instant data capture of network assets.

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Sep 23, 2024 7:00:00 AM
  • Telecom technologies
  • Press
  • Customer spotlight

Futureproofing Denmark's telecom infrastructure: Why TDC NET chose 3-GIS

Denmark's premier telecom operator TDC NET selected 3-GIS as its fibre management solution in what is a pivotal move in TDC NET's journey to evolve from a traditional infrastructure entity into a cutting-edge, customer-focused technology enterprise. The selection sets TDC NET up to achieve its goal to continuously improve connectivity across Denmark and reinforces 3-GIS's position as a trusted partner in the European telecom industry. 

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Sep 16, 2024 8:00:00 AM
  • Telecom technologies
  • App modernization
  • 3-GIS | Admin
  • 3-GIS | Web

Work order processing: Ericsson Network Engineer vs. 3-GIS | Web

As Ericsson Network Engineer (ENE) reaches its end of life, it's crucial for telecom companies to transition to a more advanced, future-proof solution. In this post, we’ll compare the work order management functionalities of Ericsson Network Engineer and 3-GIS | Web to aid in the transition between platforms—highlighting the similarities and differences in handling work orders, from planning and design to construction and finalization.

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