Four Phases to Achieving a Successful Community Technology Master Plan

Phase Two – Design / Engineering; Financial Proforma and Contract Negotiations

Overview: Take information from Phase One along with decisions and directions from the Developer/Owner to develop and finalize a “Technology Master Plan” that addresses the Infrastructure; Systems; Service Provider Selection; Feature Functionality and overall Technology Requirements (voice, video, data, wireless, cellular and in-home security), as required to successfully execute the communities objectives.

1. Engineering/Design Specifications- Establish functionality of service delivery systems that best meet the selected provider’s applications and lay the groundwork for initial and long term requirements.

1. Site Topology
• FTTH, FTTP, Passive, Active, Etc
• Sole site / cluster
• Redundancy options
2. Technology Options
• Distribution systems
• Residential requirements
• Club / amenity requirements (optional)
• Hospitality requirements (optional)
3. Interconnection Protocols
• GR303, IP, Etc.
4. Network Service Delivery Engineering
• PON Splitter placement
• DB budgeting
5. Environmental Necessities
• Main and Backup Power, HVAC, Grounding,
6. Physical Space and Access Requirements

2. Standards - Customize standards that fit into the inventory (single / multi – family) profile of the property that meets the technology services delivery needs.

1. Connection Between ONT (NID) and CCP
2. Structured Wiring
   • Number of locations, Types of jacks, Etc
3. Switch, Router or other Distribution Components

3. Provider Selection - Determine qualification selection criteria for appropriate Manufacturers, Suppliers, Vendors and Contractors.
   
   

1. Determine “Best of Breed” Service Bundles from Information Established in the Phase One effort.
2. Best Suited Provider/s for Individual or Bundled Offerings
3. Ensure Performance Criteria (SLA’s)
4. Resources (Organizational, Personnel, Field and/or Contractor Availability)
5. Equipment Availability

4. Budget / Proforma – Update initial proforma with finalized cost entries for initial construction phases along with detailed cost estimates for requirements over the project term for the selected alternative.Finalize Financial Documentation and Create Project Proforma to Obtain Approval and Work Off Of
   1. Lower Costs Without Compromising Quality
   2. Consider Provider Participation of Project Costs (if any)
   3. Final Engineering Design VE
   4. Negotiate Component Pricing Consistent with Commitment Levels

 

5. Contracts / Agreements - Negotiate Agreements/Contracts within Developer/Owner’s pre-determined goals. Define in detail the roles and responsibilities of Owner, HOA, selected vendors and service providers.
   
   1. All Provider/s, Contractor/s Agreements Following the “Four Leg of the Table” Objectives
   2. Best of Breed Providers / Contractors
   3. Competitive Pricing with Clauses to Insure Competitiveness (throughout term)
   4. Full Suite of  Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
   5. Technology Updates – Leading Edge Competitive Services
   6. All Based on Mitigating / Limiting Liability for Developer / Owner Along with the HOA.

 

6. Master Technology Plan - Document in binder format the final “Community Master Technology Plan” including all facets of Engineering/Design; Services; Providers; Time Line/Scheduling; Site Considerations; Responsibilities; Financial Aspects (payouts, etc.).