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Empowering enterprises to save significant time and money by digitizing and automating the full telecom lifecycle through a data-driven workflow platform.
Joined January 2020
🚀 Free bandwidth planning template! Track your site usage and forecast capacity needs with our ready-to-use network bandwidth capacity spreadsheet. Get it here: #NetworkPlanning #NetworkEngineer #Telecom #Bandwidth.
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Plan your network growth confidently using our free bandwidth calculator spreadsheet with built-in formulas and usage scenarios.
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Ready to consolidate your communication stack? Our comprehensive guide covers everything from what UCaaS includes, why adoption is growing, how top providers compare, and what challenges arise during VOIP implementation. Read now: . #UCaaS #Telecoms.
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Discover the key benefits, challenges, and best practices for implementing UCaaS in your business.
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UCaaS simplifies voice, video & messaging management—but pricing is complex. We've compiled real quote data from top providers + key features breakdown. Read here: #UCaaS . #EnterpriseIT #ITProcurement #UnifiedCommunications.
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Compare UCaaS pricing quotes from several popular providers, as well as the various features they offer and their importance as you compare vendors.
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Struggling to keep your Static IP blocks organized? Check out our free downloadable Static IP spreadsheet!. #networkengineering #telecom #connectivity #ITProfessionals.
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Keep your network organized with this ready-to-use spreadsheet that tracks static IP assignments, device details, and locations.
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Interested in understanding what an #SDWAN solution might cost you? You'd be surprised at the variance in pricing! In this post, we'll dig into what SD-WAN solutions cost, and what factors impact pricing. #networkengineering #telecom #telecommunications.
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Discover SD-WAN pricing factors, compare vendor costs, and learn how to optimize your network budget with this comprehensive pricing guide
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RT @EvanKirstel: What happens when #AI meets the arcane world of #Telecom? "Telecom's lack of innovation is our opportunity." @lightyearai….
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Sick of dealing with costly outages? Check out our new guide to rethink your enterprise network's redundancy / diversity strategy!. #networkengineering #telecom #telecommunications #sdwan.
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Learn how network redundancy and diversity work together to maximize internet uptime, prevent costly outages, and future-proof your business connectivity.
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We've outlined 7 proven cost optimization strategies that help IT teams reduce spending on network management while improving efficiency and performance. Read it here: #Telecom #NetworkManagement #EnterpriseIT.
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Stretch your IT / networking budget further with seven proven network management techniques that can deliver measurable cost savings.
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If you’re planning a move to SD-WAN, our newly updated guide is a must-read. It walks through the key considerations for transitioning from MPLS to SD-WAN. Plus, it’s packed with detailed technical diagrams to help you navigate every step. #SDWAN #MPLS.
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Explore key considerations to migrate from MPLS to SD-WAN including overlay vs. underlay strategy, when to maintain MPLS, and how to ensure a smooth transition
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We've published a comprehensive guide to the Best Telecom Expense Management (TEM) Software in 2025. If you're evaluating options or just want to sanity-check your current setup, this is for you. Get the full report: #TelecomExpenseManagement #TEM.
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Compare some of the top telecom expense management software platforms. Manage and control your telecom spend with a top TEM management solution.
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A well-maintained network inventory isn’t just a spreadsheet—it’s your safety net. We’re sharing a free network inventory template to help you stay organized. Download here: #ITInfrastructure #Telecom #NetworkManagement.
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Stop hunting for ISP circuit / network info across multiple systems. This free network inventory spreadsheet centralizes everything you need in one place.
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Opening your telecom invoice to discover unexpected rate increases is frustrating and costly. When this happens, a comprehensive telecom expense audit is your best defense. Our latest blog walks you through the entire process— check it out: . #Telecom.
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Discover how to slash telecom / ISP costs with our proven step-by-step audit process. Learn where you’re wasting money and how to optimize your expenses.
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Curious about Fixed Wireless Access for business? Our latest blog breaks down how it works, the pros and cons, and the business-grade plans available. Read it here: #Telecom #Networking #FixedWireless #IT.
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Fixed wireless access offers high-speed internet connectivity without the need for wired infrastructure, offering quicker deployment option when it's available.
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In our latest blog, we break down everything IT teams need to know about static IPs—what they are, IPv4 vs IPv6, how much they cost, best practices for using them, and more. Read it here: #Internet #IPv4 #IPv6 #NetworkManagement #Connectivity.
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In this guide, we dig into what Static IP addresses are (vs. dynamic IPs), IPv4 vs. IPv6 transition considerations and strategies, Static IP costs, and more.
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We’ve refreshed our Colocation Data Center Guide with the latest insights, trends, and tips. From pricing breakdowns to the different types of data centers, it’s everything you need to know. Read it here: #Colocation #DataCenters #ITInfrastructure #Telecom.
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Colocation data centers are a core component of IT infrastructure, and in this guide we'll help you understand the key considerations when picking one.
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SASE delivers networking and security directly to users, anywhere, and is rapidly gaining enterprise adoption. But how does it compare to SD-WAN? Our latest blog breaks down what SASE is and how it stacks up against SD-WAN. Read more: #SASE #SDWAN #Telecom.
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Learn what secure access service edge (SASE) is, how it compares to SD-WAN, and why businesses are adopting it for better security and network performance.
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Before your new WAN or internet goes live, there’s one last hurdle: circuit installation—and it’s rarely smooth. Our latest guide breaks down what to expect and how to navigate every step. Read more: #NetworkEngineering #ITInfrastructure #Telecom #WAN.
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MPOEs, demarcs, IDFs, what? ISP circuit installations can feel daunting, so we'll endeavor to demystify them in this circuit implementation guide.
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Lightyear's 2025 State of Connectivity report is now live! Our latest report leverages Lightyear's proprietary dataset to provide timely insights on telecom industry and pricing trends. Download now: #Telecom #DedicatedInternet #NetworkEngineer
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Join Lightyear's CEO Dennis Thankachan and VP of Sales Rob Rodier next week (2/27) as they unpack enterprise telecom trends using exclusive data. From MPLS to NaaS, get real pricing insights and market analysis! #telecom #connectivity #Networking.
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Remember IPv6? In our latest blog, we dive into the accelerating shift from IPv4 to IPv6, what it means for your network, and how to prepare. Read it here:. #IPv6 #NetworkEngineering #Telecom #ITInfrastructure.
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In this guide, we dig into what Static IP addresses are (vs. dynamic IPs), IPv4 vs. IPv6 transition considerations and strategies, Static IP costs, and more.
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