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Blog | How fiber mapping software cuts costs – Part 2: Unlocking savings with 3-GIS
Feb 17, 2025 5:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • Telecom technologies
  • 3-GIS | Web
  • Fiber deployment

How fiber mapping software cuts costs – Part 2: Unlocking savings with 3-GIS

In Part 1 of this series, we explored how fiber mapping software can optimize both CapEx and OpEx by improving accuracy, streamlining operations, and reducing unnecessary expenses. Now, let’s take a closer look at how 3-GIS software and services specifically address these challenges—helping network operators accelerate deployment, minimize costs, and maximize returns.

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Blog | How fiber mapping software cuts costs – Part 1: CapEx and OpEx considerations
Feb 10, 2025 2:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • Communications service providers
  • Fiber deployment

How fiber mapping software cuts costs – Part 1: CapEx and OpEx considerations

Fiber networks are complex, high-value investments, and every decision about their design, deployment, and maintenance impacts the bottom line. Some network operators view fiber mapping software as a necessary capital expenditure (CapEx), ensuring their network is built on accurate, scalable data from day one. Others see it as a strategic investment that reduces operational expenses (OpEx) over time by minimizing costly errors, avoiding unnecessary truck rolls, and streamlining maintenance. The reality? The right software protects both your initial investment while lowering the costs of managing and maintaining your network. 

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Blog: 5 tips for simplifying fiber project management
Dec 30, 2024 2:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • 3-GIS | Web
  • Fiber deployment

5 tips for simplifying fiber project management

Fiber network projects demand precision, collaboration, and well-orchestrated workflows to succeed. While the challenges are significant, they’re not insurmountable. With effective strategies and robust tools, you can streamline execution and achieve success without compromising performance. Below are five ways to ensure your fiber network management system works smarter for you.

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Blog | 2025 and beyond: What’s next for telecom?
Dec 24, 2024 9:46:07 AM
  • Fiber network industry and markets
  • Communications service providers
  • Fiber deployment

2025 and beyond: What’s next for telecom?

Fiber networks have transformed how we live, work, and connect. They power everything from streaming our favorite shows to enabling the smart cities of the future. But as demand skyrockets and technology advances, fiber networks are stepping up to the challenge in ways that go beyond what we’ve seen before. So, what’s next for this critical infrastructure? Let’s explore the trends and technologies shaping the future of telecom.

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Blog: What is a fiber network management system, and why does it matter for your network?
Nov 25, 2024 10:00:00 AM
  • Fiber network management
  • Telecom technologies
  • 3-GIS | Web

What is a fiber network management system, and why does it matter for your network?

Whether you’ve been in the industry for decades or are navigating the challenges of today’s rapid growth, one truth remains constant: a clear view of your network and its operations is critical. With sprawling infrastructure, hybrid networks, and growing customer demand, keeping track of assets and processes can quickly become overwhelming.

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Blog: How 3-GIS | Web makes fiber network connectivity modeling easier
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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Blog | Leveraging AI and automation to streamline data collection and management
Jul 1, 2024 5:00:00 PM
  • Fiber network management
  • Fiber network industry and markets
  • App modernization
  • Data integrity

Leveraging AI and automation to streamline data collection and management

Telecom network operators face several data challenges, including as-built backlogs, data silos, and legacy system limitations. Manual data entry and cumbersome workflows contribute to these issues, often resulting in poor data quality and missing information. Addressing these challenges involves not only improving data collection processes but also implementing robust data management practices to ensure data integrity and accessibility.

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An Esri dashboard viewed inside 3-GIS | Web
Jun 3, 2024 8:00:00 AM
  • Fiber network management
  • Telecom technologies
  • GIS

What is enterprise GIS?

If there’s one thing that’s consistent across the telecom industry, it’s the need for reliable data. As telcos work through their planning and growth strategies, data accessibility and integrity remain points of friction—prompting discussions around the need for enterprise GIS. But what exactly is enterprise GIS? Let’s break it down to understand why more and more organizations are embracing it.

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