Rigid Bits Cybersecurity acquired by Adar

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Adar, an IT managed service provider for compliance-based businesses and the independent insurance agency and broker marketplace, has announced the acquisition of cybersecurity firm Rigid Bits. Rigid Bits is best known for its cutting-edge approach to security and compliance and its deep experience in the insurance industry.

The addition of Rigid Bits rounds out Adarโ€™s vision to provide the most comprehensive, accessible and secure cloud-based VDI platform and ITaaS solutions and adds cybersecurity, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments and program development as new services for current and future customers.

โ€œWith the ever-evolving complexity of cyber-attacks, expanding compliance requirements and the need to support remote work, cybersecurity is more relevant now than ever,โ€ said John Mario, President of Adar. โ€œMany businesses struggle to find a trusted partner to meet their needs. Together with Rigid Bits, we continue to enhance and differentiate our value proposition for customers.โ€

โ€œI am thrilled at the unique opportunities for both Adar and Rigid Bits as well as for our clients,โ€ said Jeff Oden, Founder and CEO of Rigid Bits. โ€œOur combined forces enable us to address the common technology gaps we frequently encounter. At the same time, our operational independence ensures we can offer cybersecurity services ethically to Adarโ€™s current and future clients.โ€

Oden will join Adarโ€™s leadership team as VP of Information Security, taking responsibility for the companyโ€™s vision for products and services relating to cybersecurity and compliance. Ryan Smith, an insurance industry veteran and Vertafore alumnus, will join as Adarโ€™s VP of Sales and Marketing.

For more information, visit: www.adarit.com

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