Audio Visual and Wiring projects
Preferred Connected Spaces
The low voltage, audio visual, voice, security, and connected infrastructure division of Preferred.
We connect people, rooms, devices, and facilities through practical technology built around the way your organization works.
Our Promise
One trusted partner to help your business connect, collaborate, and communicate.
35 Years
Family-Owned Cybersecurity and IT services
3 Locations
Chicago • Tinley Park • Grand Rapids
The Problem We Solve
The problem
Chaotic, multi-vendor environments
Cabling, AV, voice, and security are usually bought, deployed, and managed by different contractors.
Inconsistent service delivery
causing slow project delivery, and poor management handoffs.
With Preferred Connected Spaces
One accountable partner
across physical infrastructure, communications, cybersecurity, and managed IT.
The Preferred Way
Clear scope, documentation, testing, and project communication.
01
Structured Cabling
Cat6 and Cat6A runs, patch panels, racks, labeling, certification testing, closet cleanup, and as-built documentation.
02
Audio Visual & Collaboration
Conference rooms, displays, video conferencing, microphones, speakers, and Microsoft Teams Rooms that work reliably.
03
Voice & Communications
Microsoft Teams Voice, VoIP handsets, carrier and platform migrations, and call-flow design support.
04
Security
Camera infrastructure, coverage planning, device support, and platform coordination with your existing systems.
05
Access Control
Door-access cabling, device support, project coordination, and clear documentation of every opening.
06
Office Moves & New Spaces
Site surveys, cabling, Wi-Fi, phones, rooms, and security — coordinated as one project with one point of contact.
1
Discovery
Evaluate the space, the expected business outcomes, the constraints, and the timeline.
2
Asses
Field conditions, building requirements, existing infrastructure, and risks.
3
Design & Quote
Scope, assumptions, options, and investment.
4
Deliver
Materials, scheduling, installation, testing, and proactive communication.
5
Document
The finished solution, connected to ongoing Preferred support where applicable.
Small to medium sized businesses from 10 to 200 people who rely on their systems to get work done. Whether you’re planning an office move, looking to redo a conference room, or just looking for a partner to check your Wi-Fi setup, Preferred Connected Spaces is the team for you.
About Preferred
We are a cybersecurity and IT firm supporting small businesses from 10 to 200 employees. Thirty people across three offices in Chicagoland and Grand Rapids. Learn more>>
35
Years in Business
30
Team members
3
Locations
“Compared to bigger firms with in-house IT, Preferred brings us best-in-class vendors and helps us stay compliant and secure.”
Chief Compliance Officer, Investment Management Firm · 15 employees
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Existing Clients Pay Less
| Eligibility | Discount | Rate |
|---|---|---|
|
Standard |
0% |
$130.00/hour |
|
Total Care |
5% |
$123.50/hour |
|
Total Care + SmartSecure |
10% |
$117.00/hour |
|
Qualified Non-Profit |
Additional 10% |
As low as $104.00/hour |
Have a project you’re ready for? Reach out to the Connected Spaces team and we’ll walk the site, scope the work, and put a real number in front of you.
