Quantum Fiber Customer Case Study
At Desert Color, a master-planned community in Southern Utah, connectivity isn’t just a perk—it’s a priority. Spanning 3,350 acres and 11,000 units, this innovative community in St. George was developed in partnership by three companies including GWC Capital. The master-planned community features a vast trail system with parks and nature preserves, as well as events, shops, healthcare facilities, and a lagoon with a white sand shoreline. But it doesn’t stop there. Desert Color is setting new standards to support remote work and play by integrating internet speeds and already-on connectivity from Quantum Fiber Internet®.
Connectivity goals
- Establish a master-planned lifestyle community with unique amenities that attract residents.
- Ensure residents can instantly activate reliable, high-speed internet at a competitive price.
- Efficiently coordinate and support nine builders with ongoing phases of fiber deployments.
Solution
A bulk fiber internet agreement in partnership with Quantum Fiber
As a provider with strong local and national credibility, the partnership with Quantum Fiber provides each resident at Desert Color with fast internet speeds at competitive prices. “We were looking for a group that we felt had the reputation to deliver a large-scale project like ours, which in all honesty there’s not too many that have the bandwidth or the reputation to be able to deliver on a master plan like Desert Color,” says Ryan Coates, an area manager with the land development group GWC Capital.
Connectivity outcomes
- Achieved over 80% resident satisfaction with Quantum Fiber as of August 2024.
- Connected residents to already-on high-speed fiber internet at reasonable rates.
- Simplified operations with a single internet service provider for all builders.
“The partnership with Quantum Fiber has been a great addition to our community because it fits perfectly with our focus on community connections and ensuring that residents receive value from that connectivity.”
Ryan Coates, Area Manager GWC Capital
A place for everyone
Desert Color offers a variety of options for different lifestyles, including single family homes and apartments, a 55+ active adult community, and luxury resort-style condos.
With a wide selection of homebuilders, residents can choose from different architectural designs and floor plans that are tailored to them. “On a large-scale project like this, having someone on-site who sees and talks with the builders is crucial. They can address challenges, provide technical expertise, and deliver excellent customer service,” says GWC’s Coates.
The support of on-site internet technicians was a key factor in the decision for GWC Capital to partner with Quantum Fiber. “Residents know we’re there and our dedicated technicians jump through hoops and race to help,” says Ray Gregerson, senior program manager, Quantum Fiber. The local team also participates in onsite events to stay engaged with the Desert Color community.
Future plans
With Quantum Fiber’s high-speed, future-proof internet and Desert Color’s unique community amenities, tech-savvy residents can enjoy a connected lifestyle. Quantum Fiber and GWC Capital are also excited to announce ongoing partnerships including a new residential development in Washington City, Utah.
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