Integrated Information Systems Names Richard M. Gardner to the Board of Directors

Business Wire, March 5, 2002

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 5, 2002

Integrated Information Systems Inc. ("IIS") (Nasdaq: IISX), an innovative technology and business consultancy, Tuesday announced the appointment of Richard M. Gardner to its board of directors and IIS' audit committee.

Gardner is a certified public accountant who served 38 years in public accounting with Deloitte & Touche LLP in Los Angeles and Phoenix, beginning his partnership with the firm in June 1973.

During this time, his management positions included partner-in-charge of the Los Angeles assurance & advisory services (audit), emerging business services and marketing groups, and professional practice director, where he was responsible for risk management, quality control, concurring reviews and technical consultation on accounting, financial reporting and auditing matters.

Gardner is a board member for the Arizona State Board of Accountancy; and previously served as amicus committee chairman of the California Society of CPAs; president and chairman of the board of Florence Crittendon Services; treasurer of the board of trustees for The Marlborough School; chairman of the advisory committee for Brigham Young University's School of Accounting; member of the dean's advisory board for California Polytechnic State University SLO, School of Business; and a member of the advisory board for UCLA Business and Economics.

Gardner received his Bachelor of Arts in accounting from Brigham Young University.

"I am looking forward to actively participating on IIS' board of directors," said Gardner. "The potential of IIS is energizing and I'll enjoy the opportunity to put my public accounting background into service as a member of the audit committee by supporting the finance executives through this period of growth through acquisitions."

"Dick is a great selection for IIS' board of directors," said Jim Garvey, chairman, chief executive officer and president of IIS. "He is a proven audit executive and business leader. His auditing experience and his management experience in a professional services firm will both be of great benefit to IIS.

"On behalf of IIS and the board of directors, we welcome Dick to the organization and appreciate his willingness to participate on our board."

About IIS

Integrated Information Systems(TM) is an innovative technology and business consultancy providing extensive experience and insight to create a sustainable competitive edge for clients. For companies who seek measurable results from business and technology investments, IIS offers cost-conscious, productive, profit-minded solutions across the entire service value chain with single provider accountability.

Founded in 1988, IIS employs approximately 425 professionals, with offices in Bangalore, India; Boston; Denver; Madison, Wis.; Milwaukee; London; New York; Phoenix; and Portland, Ore. Integrated Information Systems' common stock is traded on Nasdaq under IISX.

For more information, please visit the IIS Web site at www.iis.com.