SPANS

SPANS (Spatially-enabled Permitting And Notification System) is a cloud-based application designed to manage joint use and third-party pole attachments. It helps utilities and pole owners streamline permitting, enforce compliance, and maintain accurate records for attachments and spans. By automating manual processes and providing real-time visibility, SPANS reduces administrative burden, improves accountability, and ensures audit-ready documentation for regulatory requirements.

Features

• Web-based platform for joint use and attachment management
• Automated validation of span and pole records
• Built-in compliance enforcement and audit-ready reporting
• Real-time communication and workflow tracking between stakeholders
• Configurable workflows for permitting and attachment processes
• Alerts for project prioritization and resource planning
• Financial visibility for rentals, make-ready costs, and billing changes
• Secure cloud hosting with minimal IT overhead

Capabilities

• Tracks internal and external communications for accountability
• Assigns responsibilities with clear workflow steps
• Manages pole attachments, moves, adds, removals, and transfers
• Records sales, rearrangements, and ownership changes
• Provides transparency between owners and attachers
• Supports proactive resource planning and dispute mitigation
• Integrates with enterprise GIS systems for spatial accuracy

Benefits

• Improves compliance with evolving regulatory standards
• Reduces risk of disputes and litigation through documented workflows
• Enhances operational efficiency by automating manual processes
• Promotes transparency and collaboration between stakeholders
• Minimizes delays in permitting and attachment approvals
• Supports scalability for large joint use projects and multiple jurisdictions