ISP Consulting
Build sustainable broadband networks for your tribal community
From Strategy to Operations
Numu ISP Consulting guides tribal nations through every phase of broadband infrastructure development. We combine strategic planning, federal funding expertise, financial management, network engineering, and operational support.
Our Phased Approach
Phase 1: Discovery
Community assessment, infrastructure audit, technology evaluation, and stakeholder alignment.
Phase 2: Feasibility
Technical feasibility, business model analysis, financial projections, and federal funding strategy.
Phase 3: Design
Network architecture, technology selection, engineering specifications, and implementation timeline.
Phase 4: Build
Vendor management, construction oversight, quality assurance, and testing.
Phase 5: Operate
Network management, customer support, performance optimization, and continuous improvement, delivered as a managed service with a planned transition to tribal staff.
Ongoing Support
Strategic planning, expansion roadmaps, technology upgrades, and service innovation.
Core Service Offerings
GIS & Data Services
Comprehensive geospatial analysis, broadband serviceable location mapping, FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) processing, and FCC Bulk Challenge submissions. We help tribal nations understand their broadband landscape through data-driven mapping and advocacy.
Market Assessment & Feasibility
Detailed broadband market feasibility studies including demographic analysis, competitive positioning, financial modeling, and implementation roadmaps tailored to tribal service areas.
Federal Funding Expertise
Numu has deep experience securing federal broadband funding for tribal communities:
BEAD (Broadband Equity & Access)
$42.5B broadband fund targeting underserved rural and tribal areas. Strategic planning and grant preparation.
ReConnect Program
USDA funding for rural broadband. Numu specializes in preparing competitive applications.
TBCP (Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program)
$3B dedicated to tribal broadband projects. We navigate tribal-specific requirements and maximize funding.
Capital Projects Fund
Infrastructure funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Expertise in multi-purpose infrastructure funding.
State-Level Programs
State broadband matching funds, workforce development grants, and technology initiatives.
Private Investment Structures
Public-private partnerships, community broadband bonds, and creative financing models.
Financial Management
Winning a grant or loan is only the start. Led by co-founder and CFO Corrine Wilson, CPA, our financial management team helps tribal nations and tribal enterprises manage awards responsibly, plan with confidence, and build lasting economic value from their broadband investments.
Grant & Loan Financial Compliance
Financial compliance support for federal and state grants and loans, from award setup and internal controls through required reporting, audits, and closeout.
Financial Projections & Monitoring
Business financial projections, budgets, and pro forma models, with ongoing monitoring of actual performance against plan so leadership can act early.
Grant, Project & Business Financial Management
Day-to-day financial management for grants, projects, and tribal businesses, including budgeting, drawdowns, cost allocation, financial reporting, and documentation that stands up to review.
Economic Development for Tribal Enterprises
Economic development consulting that helps tribal enterprises plan, structure, and grow businesses that create jobs and revenue for the community.
Network Design & Technology
Technology Options
We evaluate fiber, fixed wireless, satellite, and hybrid architectures based on your terrain, budget, and timeline. Our preference for Skylark Wireless Massive MIMO brings proven performance in remote areas.
Operations & Sustainability
Network Operations Centers
24/7 monitoring, fault management, and performance optimization.
Customer Support
Helpdesk, technical support, and customer success programs.
Workforce Development
Training and employment programs for community members in telecom careers.
Financial Sustainability
Revenue optimization, cost management, and long-term business planning.
Engagement Models
Phased Engagement
Begin with discovery and planning, then scale to design and implementation as needed.
Project-Based Engagement
Focused consulting for specific phases or challenges within your broadband journey.
Managed Operations
Numu runs day-to-day operations as a managed service, typically over a five-year term, while training tribal staff to take over. At the end of the term, operations transition fully to the Tribe.
Strategic Partnership
Long-term partnership with revenue sharing and joint decision-making.