BEAD Permitting with Sam Sluis 1

Successful broadband deployment is won in the planning phase. As Mytra Consulting CEO Sam Sluis emphasizes, one of the most common causes of project delays is failing to account for the many permitting and stakeholder timelines that must be coordinated from day one. Pole attachment approvals, local and state right-of-way permits, railroad crossings, and private land access all operate on different schedules. Executive teams that take a proactive approach—aligning engineering, construction, and permitting early—are far better positioned to maintain momentum and avoid costly schedule disruptions. The first 90 days are especially critical. Establishing disciplined planning processes, engaging local experts, and directly communicating with permitting authorities can provide the clarity needed to prioritize work and sequence construction effectively. For large-scale deployments spanning three to five years, these early decisions have a lasting impact on budget, timelines, and overall success. At Mytra Consulting, Sam Sluis and the team help providers and utilities build the operational frameworks necessary to stay ahead of permitting challenges and deliver projects with confidence.