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When it comes to cyber insurance, most business leaders assume they’re protected… until they try to file a claim. The truth is, cyber insurance has changed dramatically in the last few years. 

Carriers are tightening requirements, premiums are rising, and companies that once qualified for coverage are suddenly finding themselves denied or underinsured.

If you’re not sure where you stand, now is the time to find out. Because when a breach happens, and statistically, it will, the difference between being covered and being exposed comes down to readiness.

For many small and mid-sized businesses, cybersecurity once felt like something for the “big guys.” You had antivirus software, ran updates occasionally, and assumed your data was too small to attract attention. But that illusion is gone.

Today, cybersecurity is no longer optional; it’s essential for survival. Cyberattacks on SMBs have exploded, insurance and compliance requirements have tightened, and one data breach can derail years of hard work.

If you’re still treating security as an afterthought, it’s time to rethink your strategy.

For most law firms, compliance feels like a necessary headache, something you manage just to avoid penalties, not something that helps you win clients. But what if the very systems and safeguards you put in place to stay compliant could also become one of your strongest differentiators?

When implemented strategically, compliance does more than keep regulators happy. It can demonstrate your firm’s professionalism, build trust with clients, and even enhance your operational efficiency.

In a profession where reputation and confidentiality are everything, compliance offers necessary defense and, the way we see it, opportunity.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, UNITED STATES, December 3, 2025 -- Preferred Communication Systems (Preferred), a leading provider of Managed IT and Cybersecurity services headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, proudly announced the acquisition of Business System Solutions’ (BSS) Grand Rapids location.

This strategic acquisition enhances Preferred’s presence in the Midwest and strengthens its commitment to helping small and mid-sized businesses achieve peace of mind and a better bottom line through technology.

“We are excited to welcome the Grand Rapids team into the Preferred family,” said Christine Arden, COO and Co-Founder of Preferred. “This acquisition allows us to expand regionally while continuing to deliver high-quality cybersecurity solutions and customized IT. It underscores our commitment to exceptional client service and positions us to meet the evolving technology needs of our clients with greater scale and expertise.”

BSS’s Grand Rapids branch has a strong reputation for serving local businesses with managed IT solutions. By joining Preferred, clients in Grand Rapids and the surrounding area will gain access to a broader range of technology services and strategic solutions.

“Preferred’s proactive approach, compliance expertise, and proven track record will bring significant value to our Grand Rapids clients,” said Bill Ooms, founder of Business System Solutions. “We’re proud to see this branch join a company that shares our values and our vision of empowering businesses through technology.”

The acquisition of BSS’s Grand Rapids operations is effective immediately, with integration efforts already underway. All key BSS employees remain in place, ensuring continuity and a consistent customer experience.

We all have too many accounts nowadays. Between our personal lives, work, and practically all the entertainment we consume, there are dozens to keep track of and manage… and then there are the ones that charge us for a service they offer. The stacking costs of these services are bad enough, but if you see them start to double or even triple in a given month, you may be experiencing a common problem that is simple enough to solve.

To do so, we need to clarify the difference between creating an account and logging in.