This model could be used for any 2.5GHz EBS GSA. There are specific references to the Palm Beach and Broward County (PBC/BC) EBS license and GSA which is maintained by Florida Atlantic University (FAU) with Clearwire as the Lessee.
The overall benefits of Sprint/Clearwire partnering with local GSA service provider(s) and equipment manufacturers (Sling Broadband, AirSpan in PBC/BC) in build out of the 2.5GHz EBS band (fixed/nomadic/mobile), 3.65GHz band (fixed, nomadic), and other synergistic spectrum (e.g. 5.nGHz, 4.9GHz, 2.4GHz, etc) provides for the following: - Ubiquitous fixed, nomadic and mobile broadband wireless services, applications, media and entertainment for all residents, businesses, local/county governments, school systems, colleges/universities, public safety, first responders, health care, libraries, low-income households, etc. within the GSA
- Revenue models will enable Clearwire (or Comcast, PBC/BC) to maintain projected bottom line profits using the 2.5GHz EBS while revenue models using the 3.65GHz will flow back to the communities through the public/private partnerships that will be formed. For example:
- Clearwire/Comcast (2.5GHz services) can charge whatever they see fit for enhanced fixed/mobile/nomadic wireless services (which potential subscribers will demand) including increased upload/download speeds, VoIP, enabling delivery platforms for three-screens digital media, hosted video platforms, video servers, CDN, publishing platforms, technology platforms for rich media, Encoding/Transcoding, DRM and content security, client software, streaming, players, asset management, streaming and delivery platforms, VOD, subscription, rental, download to own, ad-supported, carrier services and delivery, hybrid, service bundles, three-screens convergence devices and services, hybrid set-top boxes, carrier and over-the-top enabled devices, broadcast and streaming, CE device streaming platforms, software platforms for three-screens services, etc.
- Community (Municipal) 3.65GHz can charge low-cost base core subscription rates for basic fixed/nomadic wireless internet/network access and communications, fixed/nomadic VoIP, VPN’s, fixed point-to-point. These local networks will also provide applications and services autonomous to local communities, cities (distance learning, employer outreach, telemedicine, destination market portals, etc.)
- Marketing can be set up in a way that potential subscribers will have multiple Municipal/Sprint/Clearwire SLA’s to choose from.
- Adhere to the FCC deadline that’s pushing lease holders nationwide to find operators that will put 2.5GHz spectrum to substantive use (model can lead to concurrent build out in all Sprint/Clearwire GSA’s and may possibly extend this deadline of May, 2011).
- Combat any concerns as to how the 2.5GHz Educational Broadband Service was acquired by Sprint/Clearwire, use the overall premise of the ARRA to create a sense of community (social capital) while improving their Company brands to new all time highs.
- Greatly increase subscribership to Sprint/Clearwire services
- This model makes the EBS license holder look very good in the eyes of all communities, cities and municipalities within the GSA coverage area (instead of sole beneficiaries of Sprint/Clearwire lease monies being the constituency of that particular EBS license holder)
- Spectrum use and management of all available bands is greatly improved
- This model can help to set the standard for BTOP, NTIA, RUS, FCC, NEBSA in:
- Rural Markets (un-served, under served) – In markets where Sprint/Clearwire has obtained licenses where GSA coverage spills over to these markets we can partner with local service providers AND the electric/telecommunication cooperatives to incorporate the latest in state-of-the-art broadband facilities. (Supports comments made by the NEBSA regarding funding for lease partners -http://www.ntia.doc.gov/broadbandgrants/comments/6F1B.doc – Pg. 8, Sec 6)
- Urban and Suburban Markets – Sprint/Clearwire (2.5GHz) partnership with local 3.65GHz GSA public/private partnerships will expedite concurrent build out of new state-of-the-art broadband wireless facilities and deliverables
- The development and deployment of a new national broadband plan, delivered to Obama and Congress by February, 2010
- Exponential job creation in Counties throughout the United States
- Sprint/Clearwire 2.5GHz EBS, partnering with Municipal 3.65GHz, solidifies Sprint/Clearwire’s position in the market and provides distinct competitive advantage over future ATT/Verizon 700MHz
- Local advantages in the Palm Beach/Broward Counties market include:
- AirSpan is right in our back yard (Boca Raton), if their equipment meets Clearwire specs
- Sling Broadband has direct channel relationship with AirSpan, is currently using AirSpan gear for 3.65, has agreements regarding FSS exclusion zones, and ties to Intel Capital
- Public/private partnerships already formed through the Counties League of Cities, Governments, Schools/Colleges/Universities, Non-Profits, etc.
- Local media is waiting for positive follow up on articles/exposés already printed/aired
- This market has been pursuing and desiring a broadband wireless infrastructure for years and have been unable to define a viable path to solutions to accomplish this goal
- Wachovia (Wells Fargo) Technology, Media & Telecom Investment Banking and PIMCO already exploring equity and bond funding alternatives (Advanced Broadband Infrastructure Bond Initiative of 2009). This financing can be used for gear and build out of 2.5, 3.65 and other synergistic spectrum so Sprint/Clearwire are relieved of this CaPex.
- The State of South Carolina, which is in the process of RFP, could represent a great starting point using this model
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