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USF Update

Televergence, a nationwide telecom carrier, is a certified diverse supplier, thought leader in telecom and member of INCOMPAS, the leading trade association for the competitive networks. INCOMPAS represents communications and technology companies large and small, advocating for laws and policies that promote competition, innovation and economic development. Pressure from telecom companies, industry trade groups, and […]

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How to Spark Supplier Diversity Conversations

Businesses are increasingly leveraging supplier diversity programs, forming partnerships with organizations that are owned and operated by diverse suppliers. Common examples include women, minority, LGBTQ, and veteran-owned businesses.  Supplier diversity programs represent a largely untapped opportunity for businesses as well as agents. They’re a great way to show support for diverse businesses, while also fueling

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Increase Diversity Spend with Televergence

Increasing supplier diversity is a growing priority among businesses, with companies becoming more aware of the social and financial benefits that it can produce.  According to the 2019 Supplier Diversity Study from the Hackett Group, diversity supplier partnerships can lead to process improvements, as well as product innovation and cost savings. The study also polled

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Kari’s Law: An Overview of the New 911 Requirements

On February 16, 2018 Congress passed the Kari’s Law Act of 2017, requiring phone systems to be configured so that callers can contact emergency 911 services without having to dial a preceding number. At this approaching the two-year anniversary of Kari’s Law and the looming compliance date of February 16, 2020 for hardware and software

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Robocalling: Time’s Up for Bad Actors

U.S. regulatory agencies are finally starting to crack down on predatory robocalling. For example, last week the FCC and the FTC released a joint statement warning three gateway providers to stop facilitating COVID-19 robocalling. On Friday, the providers were given 48 hours to put an end to the practice before service providers could start blocking all traffic

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