Andrew Schmitt

Occam Networks: The Future Looks Great

Note the RUS money must be spent by Sept '09, not '10. The provisions of the bill indicate all money must be allocated by Sept '09 unless specifically said otherwise and while there is a clause in the 4.5M Dept of Commerce section there is no such clause in the Dept. of Agriculture RUS plan.

Occam Networks: An Obama Broadband Winner

Excellent article.

Carriers will be selecting vendors not only on technical merit, but also their history working with the USDA rural broadband programs.

One thing not mentioned is the fact Occam has extensive experience (positive and negative) fulfilling business under the Dept. of Agriculture programs. Navigating these complex programs is a core competency for them and isn't something that can be quickly learned by competitors.