[Investors have raised] honest, legitimate questions ... But we're near or already have hit bottom as an industry . . . we feel pretty good about the future. |
Due to the unique strategic fit between the two companies and Level 3's past integration experience, we remain confident in our ability to successfully combine the businesses and conclude a smooth transition for customers. We commenced integration planning immediately after signing the definitive agreement in October, and we believe we are well positioned for a smooth integration process in keeping with our projected schedule. |
Even the visionaries are groping a little bit. |
In one instance this quarter, a number of Level 3 customers and Cogent customers were hurt, ... I apologize to both sets of customers...We recognize that we have an obligation to customers of the Internet and, in this instance, we contributed to letting them down. |
It does not appear to be a Level 3 issue, |
The last thing we want to do is take on 100 million guys who are paper pushers. |
There's no shame in losing this way. I'm proud. |
This is being billed as a seminal speech. I think this will be a big thing. |
This transaction gives Level 3 the opportunity to expand our footprint into areas where we see demand for our services, and to realize cost savings. |
This transaction represents a unique opportunity to expand Level 3's footprint in the southeastern region of the United States, where we have seen strong demand for our services. |
We continue to gain traction and close deals with wireless companies, content companies, academic institutions and carriers. |
You're going to see those two trends crisscross in the not-so-distant future, |