Fiber expansion SLVREC is actively deploying fiber-to-the-premises through Ciello and recently secured a nearly $2M grant to expand rural broadband, presenting an opportunity to upsell high-speed internet services, smart grid communications, and fiber-backed IoT for efficiency.

Smart grid focus The utility emphasizes advanced metering and SCADA projects, backed by Ciello’s fiber network, creating cross-sell potential for managed connectivity, data analytics, outage management, and secure remote monitoring solutions.

Reliability partnerships Recent collaborations with Fast Forward for grid imaging indicate a readiness to invest in predictive maintenance and asset inspection services, enabling sales conversations around drone/CAD imaging, asset health monitoring, and proactive reliability offerings.

Local workforce A growing team including journeyman linemen and apprentices suggests a customer base receptive to safety training, contractor services, and field technician support packages aligned with rural utility operations.

Sustainability ties Historic engagement with regional sustainable practices (e.g., Wolf Creek Ski Area collaboration) and a commitment to sustainable telecom infrastructure create openings for partnerships around renewable integration, energy efficiency programs, and green IT initiatives for facilities.