Platinum Systems

10/01/2026

Congratulations to Gary Vargas!

Gary has been named the 2026 Maytag Dependable Leader Award recipient through the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, honoring more than 35 years of dedication to young people and families in our community.

As part of the award, Maytag presented the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha with a $20,000 grant to support programs for local youth. What a meaningful way to keep Gary's impact growing.

Thank you, Gary, for who you are and everything you do. All of us at Platinum Systems are proud to call you part of our community.

09/15/2026

Happy National IT Professionals Day!

Today we’re recognizing the IT professionals at Platinum Systems, the IT teams we have the privilege of working alongside at our clients, and IT pros everywhere who keep businesses connected, secure, productive, and moving forward.

Much of what you do happens behind the scenes, and when you’re doing it right, most people never even know it happened.

Happy IT Professionals Day!

08/03/2026

Most businesses invest in cybersecurity. Fewer invest in cyber resilience, and that difference can determine whether your business is back online in minutes or down for days.

Learn why protecting your business is only half the battle, and what it really takes to keep operating when the unexpected happens.

Read more:

Learn what cyber resilience means, how it differs from cybersecurity, and how businesses can reduce downtime, risk, and recovery costs.

07/03/2026

As we prepare to celebrate America's 250th birthday this Independence Day, our team will be taking some time to enjoy the holiday with family and friends.

Please note that Platinum Systems will be closed today, Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Our on-call team remains available for any critical support needs.

We wish all of our clients, friends, and community a safe, relaxing, and happy Fourth of July weekend as we celebrate 250 years of American independence.

07/02/2026

Quick Tip:
A password manager is one of the easiest security upgrades you can make.

06/25/2026

The ground our new headquarters sits on has been building the future since 1902. Dan Schlicht from our team tells the story of the old Chrysler engine plant, what it meant to Kenosha, and why the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood is exactly where Platinum Systems belongs. Worth the read.

Discover the story behind Platinum Systems' move to the Kenosha Innovation Center and its impact on local innovation.

06/18/2026

Platinum Systems is looking for an IT Support Technician to join our team in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

This role offers a mix of remote support and onsite client visits, giving you the opportunity to solve real-world technology challenges while building strong relationships with the businesses we serve.

One of the best parts? You'll work from our brand-new office in the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, a modern, collaborative space designed to support innovation, learning, and growth.

If you enjoy helping people, solving technical problems, and want to be part of a team that's been protecting businesses and enhancing their success since 1997, we'd love to talk with you.

Based in Kenosha, WI

Apply today or share with someone who may be a great fit.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4428772164/

06/17/2026

Another reminder about upcoming (July 1st) price increases to certain Microsoft 365 products. We put together a blog on the most common SKUs our clients consume - let it be known that this is not the complete list, I've linked the Microsoft article in the blog for even more reading - because I know everyone LOVES to learn more about Microsoft licensing. 😇

Get ready for the Microsoft 365 price increase. Understand what is changing and how it might affect your business operations soon.

05/20/2026

Microsoft 365 prices are going up July 1, 2026, and the size of the increase depends on which plan you're on.

The good news: several tools that used to be paid add-ons are getting bundled into the base license. Depending on your current setup, that could offset some of the increase. Or not.

Breakdown of what's changing, when it hits, and what to do before your renewal. Link in comments.

05/13/2026

See you all there!

Tomorrow, we eat. 🌮🍔🍕

Street Eats hits the KIN Plaza tomorrow, and we’re bringing lunch energy to the innovation district.
Food trucks. Fresh air. Good people. And yes, this is your official reminder to grab that friend who “just works through lunch.”

Not tomorrow, Karen. We’re getting tacos.

Street Eats at the KIN Plaza
Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13
Lunch hour come hungry

Bring your team. Bring your neighbor. Bring the person eating almonds over their keyboard.

Let’s make the Plaza the place to be.
Innovation runs better on tacos.