Telecom and utilities news and perspectives

From fiber-to-the-home to utility grid modernization, there’s no shortage of complexity in network management. Planning, design, mapping, permitting, and database integrity all shape how telecom and utility providers deliver reliable service. At 3-GIS, our team contributes daily to advancing the field, bringing a deep understanding of these challenges and the solutions needed to overcome them. Take a look at our take on what’s happening across telecom and utility networks, from fiber mapping software and OSP design software to smarter approaches for telecom network management and utility network solutions.

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Shyam Devireddy

Nov 11, 2024 8:00:00 AM
  • Telecom technologies
  • App modernization
  • 3-GIS | Admin
  • 3-GIS | Web

Network modeling: Ericsson Network Engineer vs. 3-GIS | Web

In telecommunications, the modeling of network elements is essential for efficient network design and management. Two prominent tools used for this purpose are Ericsson Network Engineer and 3-GIS | Web. With the former heading towards its end of life, many network operators are now looking for a replacement solution. In this post, we explore the differences and similarities between these tools in relation to modeling telecom elements, providing insights into their respective functionalities and user experiences.

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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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Apr 15, 2024 8:00:00 AM
  • Fiber network management
  • Data conversion
  • App modernization

Moving from legacy to modern: The significance of data model alignment

If you are thinking of replacing your legacy GIS system with a modern one that supports web and mobile applications, you are on the right track. Over time, many legacy GIS solutions for telecom have become obsolete and outdated, struggling to keep pace with the demands of modern infrastructure management.  Today's GIS platforms offer telecom companies enhanced accessibility and real-time data visualization, empowering them to operate more efficiently, make informed decisions, and deliver better customer service.

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Jul 7, 2023 10:23:53 AM
  • Fiber network management
  • Telecom technologies
  • GIS
  • Communications service providers

Shift in GIS technology: Reimagining the transactional model

If you work for a telco and have needed to track your network assets in a centralized way, you may have used Ericsson Network Engineer (ENE) or similar software solution. ENE and many other solutions that rely on Esri technology use geodatabase versioning technology to manage transactions. Versioning facilitates long transactions by allowing editors to work isolated within their own version of the geodatabase and across multiple editing sessions.

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