For example, the Florida Commission has a rule that prohibits an underlying carrier from providing intrastate service to a reseller that has not been certified. Visi ology takes a business approach to the certification process. Whenever possible, the recommended approach is to request the Commission exempt the reseller from regulation. This reduces not only the initial certification costs but also the long term costs associated with regulation. Once certified, tariffs must be updated and reporting requirements must be met.
Some reports are due on an annual or quarterly basis while others are due monthly.
Because the Visi ology consultants have an extensive background in telecommunications operations, we are able to assist the reseller in the development of policy and procedures that will meet the state requirements and also make good business sense. Where the reseller has not established the formal procedures required in the tariff, Visi ology consultants offer various alternatives presenting the pros and cons of each. On occasion, we also recommend changes to existing procedures to reduce operating expense, minimize regulatory impact, or increase revenue. A key element in the Visi ology approach is staying in constant contact with members of the Commission staff. While most state Commissions have written statutes, rules, and guidelines as to what's required in the petitions and tariffs, it's the unwritten certification requirements that can lengthen the certification process.