Many healthcare organizations think of the Healthcare Connect Fund as a program focused primarily on data circuits. While broadband connectivity is central to the program, the real funding opportunity often depends on how well an
The Healthcare Connect Fund, or HCF, is a critical federal funding opportunity for eligible nonprofit healthcare organizations. It helps reduce the cost of telecommunications and broadband services, allowing healthcare systems to modernize network infrastructure while
Marion, Iowa – February 2026 – FG was honored to participate in a milestone community celebration hosted by Monarch Research, led by Clark McLeod and the Monarch Research team. The event marked two significant achievements:
The Critical Case for Professionally Managed Networks in Healthcare Healthcare Runs on the Network — and the Stakes Have Never Been Higher As hospitals experience increasing technology demands — remote care, EMR dependency, IoT devices,
In today’s healthcare environment, financial pressure isn’t just a challenge—it’s a catalyst for innovation. As hospitals and health systems face reimbursement reductions, inflationary operating costs, and workforce shortages, forward-thinking organizations are transforming financial adversity into
Building a Future-Proof Network — Eliminating Technical Debt Before FG, OSF’s network was carrier-controlled, unreliable, and full of hidden inefficiencies. Frequent outages forced clinicians back to paper, threatening both patient safety and operational efficiency. FG
Client Services That Feel Like Family For Dr. David Hall, CIO of OSF, FG’s most defining feature isn’t just the savings or technology—it’s the people. Responsiveness: “If I send an email, I get a phone
From Cost Savings to Growth Enablement What began as a strategy to reduce telecom costs evolved into a growth engine for OSF. Savings and funding credits provided the financial bandwidth to reinvest in infrastructure. FG’s
Healthcare organizations face growing pressure to modernize network infrastructure while managing costs and improving care. For SRHO affiliates, the benefits extend far beyond funding alone. SRHO’s mission is to produce value for its members that
As healthcare networks grow more complex, managing telecommunications has become increasingly burdensome. For SRHO and its affiliates, adopting a centralized telecom strategy has yielded measurable benefits—including streamlined carrier relationships, improved infrastructure oversight, and consistent cost
In the race to modernize IT systems, many healthcare organizations are sprinting toward the cloud, automation, and AI. But far too many are carrying a burden that slows their momentum—technical debt. At FG, we see
In a world where connectivity powers care, healthcare organizations need more than just reliable networks—they need trusted partners who understand the unique demands of the industry. That’s where FG and Pointcore Network Services come together.