Perform research on cost-reimbursable basis for other federal agencies under IAAs and for private entities under CRADAs. As a proxy for customer satisfaction with research performed under an aggregate of unique agreements, the laboratory tracks three success parameters – on time, on budget, and accepted – for each deliverable under all agreements.

NTIA improves the nation’s understanding of broadband availability by improving data collection and analytic capabilities. NTIA promotes more efficient federal broadband investments, especially in critical rural areas where data does not always accurately reflect broadband availability.

NTIA will provide Technical Assistance / Engagements (webinars, events, online materials, one-to-one assistance) to States and Territories to support their development and completion of comprehensive 5-Year Broadband Action Plans and support for the implementation of those plans through the BEAD Grant Program.

Proposed new indicator for FY 2022. Measure is under development.

NTIA will provide Technical Assistance / Engagements (webinars, events, online materials, one-to-one assistance) to States and Territories to support their development and completion of comprehensive 5-Year Broadband Action Plans and support for the implementation of those plans through the BEAD Grant Program.