Internet Connectivity: Scarcity vs Abundance?
In the 1990’s I used DSL to connect my home to the Internet and I lived so close to the AT&T switch that they had…
ROI for funding Community Owned Internet Networks vs subsidizing access to incumbent ISPs
When comparing the ROI (Return on Investment) of funding community-owned internet networks versus subsidizing access to incumbent ISPs, several factors come into play. Here’s a…
Company/organization member personas
Creating engaging personas for these types of stakeholders will help the Broadband Institute Foundation communicate effectively with each group and tailor outreach to promote collaboration…
Embracing Decidim for Participatory Democracy: A Path Beyond the Bipartisan Model
America’s long-standing bipartisan system is facing growing criticism for its inability to meet modern societal challenges. Increasingly, decision-making that hinges on a polarized framework risks…
Connecting Communities: Discover Michigan’s Leading Cooperative Broadband Providers
Discover how cooperatives are revolutionizing broadband access, offering affordable options and community-focused services to underserved areas. #coop…
Community Internet Marketplace
Learn about our Multivendor Marketplace solution had how our member organizations can collaborate with the exchange of products and services that prom…
Water metaphor to explain middle mile providers
Discover the crucial roles of middle-mile and last-mile Internet providers in the digital ecosystem, akin to water pipes delivering connectivity to yo…
Community Internet Startup Culture and Values
Our goal is to build Community Owned Internet Networks (COIN), bringing together geographically distributed teams to provide affordable and equitable …
Community Internet Ecosystem Vision
A vision describes ideal goals, that drive the direction for an organization. Our organization uses this vision to drive our iterative, incremental approach to moving…
Freedom to Connect: A Shared Value for Michigan Republicans and Democrats
In Michigan, Republicans and Democrats may differ on many issues, but they share a fundamental belief in the importance of “freedom to connect.” Just as…