We were shocked when we heard that Baumeister Electronic Architects, one of the city’s top integrators (the guys who automate your home’s lights, security, thermostats, music, movies, and video games) fell victim to the recession in January, leaving clients in a lurch as the firm was liquidated. But wait! There’s a happy ending. John Baumeister has been hired by Automated Lifestyles here as business development manager, and the firm bought Baumeister’s remaining assets from liquidators. Baumeister’s former service and maintenance manager is on board, too, to work with Baumeister’s previous clients. That must be music to their ears.

—JAN PARR