Thursday, November 08, 2007
Continuing to connect the unserved
Just returning to the office after a few days in Atlantic Canada visiting with the team at Barrett Xplore.I have spoken of Barrett many times in the past and I am on their advisory board.
Barrett Xplore continues to expand its fixed wireless footprint into underserved parts of Canada - its satellite internet service is already available everywhere. Fixed wireless solutions provide an even better broadband experience at a lower price point and with an easier installation.
Our vision is simple — more for rural Canada: more choice, competition, and availability of broadband access, applications, and accessories.What is remarkable is that Barrett Xplore's business plan isn't predicated on government assistance or draws from the CRTC's deferral account.
Policy makers need to ensure that government rural broadband strategies don't serve to distort market forces and inadvertently damage the successful business that is allowing companies like Barrett Xplore to expand without handouts. Over the coming days, I will try to add some thoughts on possible alternate different approaches for policy makers to promote increased broadband adoption.
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Posted by Mark Goldberg @ 11/08/2007 06:22:00 AM 
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