At Broadband Insights, we’re always looking for ways to help ISPs and fiber builders optimize their networks with actionable data. Recently, we had the opportunity to showcase our data analytics platform during the webinar “Production-Ready Data Apps at Enterprise Speed,” hosted by Plotly and Data Science Connect. This event brought together industry experts to discuss how Python-powered data applications are transforming decision-making and operations for broadband providers.
Key Takeaways from the Webinar
1. The Power of Dash Enterprise for ISP Analytics
Patrick Hutto provided an in-depth look at how Broadband Insights leverages Plotly Dash Enterprise to help ISPs manage their data more efficiently. By integrating multiple data sources—construction tracking, GIS, financial systems, and customer operations—we create interactive dashboards that deliver real-time, mobile-friendly insights.
Some of the biggest challenges ISPs face, such as tracking network assets, optimizing build-out costs, and managing permit processes, become much easier with a data-driven approach. Our use of Dash Enterprise’s authentication, scaling, and automation features has allowed us to build and deploy robust applications quickly, even with a small development team.
2. Improving Network Planning and Deployment with Data
One major highlight of our presentation was how our analytics platform has led to 50% faster customer installation times. By automating data collection and reporting, ISPs can make better decisions, avoid bottlenecks, and deploy broadband services more efficiently.
We also showcased our Make Ready Analysis tool, which helps providers assess the costs and feasibility of attaching to utility poles. With color-coded GIS maps, detailed cost analysis, and 3d models, ISPs can prioritize where to build and reduce the risks of unexpected costs.
3. The Role of AI and Chatbots in Broadband Analytics
Another exciting feature we demonstrated was our AI-driven chatbot, which allows users to interact with complex broadband data using simple questions. Whether it’s querying installation trends, network performance, or customer growth metrics, this feature enables non-technical stakeholders to access deep insights instantly.
Why this Matters for ISPs
The broadband industry is rapidly evolving, with significant public and private investments driving new network expansion. However, many small and mid-sized ISPs lack the in-house data science expertise that larger telecom companies have.
By leveraging Dash Enterprise, GIS mapping, AI, and real-time dashboards, we’re enabling smaller ISPs to compete on a level playing field, making data-driven decisions without the need for massive data teams.
Watch the Full Webinar
If you missed the live session, you can watch the full recording .
Highlights include:
- 17:20 – Overview of the Make Ready Analysis app
- 21:20 – Our “Steering Portal” for ISP Executives
- 32:45 – The Chatbot LLM in action
Whether you’re an ISP executive, a network engineer, or an operations manager, you’ll gain valuable insights into how real-time data applications can streamline broadband deployment and operations.
For more information on how Broadband Insights can help your ISP, reach out to us today!