<img src="https://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/b6c4df29-8e2e-469e-ae5e-3a5492683d88?size=2" nborder="0" align="left" hspace="5" vspace="5" title="integris logo.jpg" alt="Integris"/>Strategic acquisition marks a major milestone in Integris’ growth and accelerates its ability to deliver managed AI and IT servicesCRANBURY, N.J., Sept. 01, 2026 <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com" target="_blank">(GLOBE NEWSWIRE)</a> -- <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=EAxkJvpaDSkYjakMYMTK8bOSrEFR4Xk7fkfSwh0svFCNvXcJ1E0y0tXeamSfeFCYmK_5iXyy4Ky6d_ZvUoJbRA==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Integris">Integris</a>, a leading provider of managed AI and IT services, today announced the completion of its acquisition of <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=4LlH4rRDn_SnSARX8fUXmdwgCN17FAaybB8mav3WFsFr_xzVDLHpIIa_rH6jAGTeJW5xhkYgyPfH1IG5QNVPmgi7mdOI4rcfTXh22lvNaWw=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="First Focus">First Focus</a> following receipt of regulatory approval. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in Integris’ growth, bringing together complementary expertise, technology resources and talent to accelerate innovation and expand the value Integris delivers to customers. The acquisition strengthens Integris’ ability to help organizations navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape, particularly as businesses move from AI experimentation to AI execution. By combining the strengths of both organizations, Integris is positioned to further invest in managed AI capabilities, technology innovation and the resources required to help customers achieve measurable business outcomes. Integris will continue to prioritize localized expertise and customer needs, with the added benefit of a broader pool of talent, technology and capabilities. “Our acquisition of First Focus represents a pivotal milestone for Integris and, most importantly, for our customers,” said Rashaad Bajwa, chief executive officer of Integris. “Bringing these organizations together gives us greater resources and expertise to accelerate innovation, particularly as businesses move from experimenting with AI to implementing it in ways that create real business value. We remain deeply committed to the personalized service and trusted partnerships that have always defined Integris, while expanding what we can deliver for our customers.” The acquisition also accelerates the development and delivery of <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=LS0GoXwBLREzSR9pvSrlqLgWZpKfLRqCkzgTbcZ2xW0Oi8-FxGebcY6lPillaCvVQXrQk4aMP0Okxb1pFb_8X_jBaMZ9teCldhHgWKzDKTM=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="CORE">CORE</a>, Integris’ managed services offering designed for the AI era. CORE brings together the infrastructure, security, governance and AI capabilities organizations need to move from technology adoption to measurable business impact. With the combined resources and expertise of Integris and First Focus, the company will continue advancing CORE and its ability to help organizations securely adopt and scale AI. First Focus will continue its operations independently, maintaining service to its established customers base throughout Australia, New Zealand and internationally. The organization’s leadership and expertise will also play an important role in advancing Integris’ product and service strategy. Ross Sardi, previously CEO of First Focus, will join Integris as chief innovation officer, bringing deep expertise in technology, product development and managed services to the company’s growing AI strategy. “I’m excited to join Integris at such an important point in the company’s evolution,” said Ross Sardi, chief innovation officer at Integris. “The combination of our teams, expertise and resources creates an opportunity to accelerate innovation and build on what each organization does best. I’m particularly excited about the opportunity to help businesses navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape and translate new technologies into meaningful outcomes.” This acquisition is about more than scale. The completion of the acquisition represents the strengthening of the company’s ability to invest in its people, technology and AI capabilities while continuing to deliver the high-touch service its customers expect. For more information about Integris, visit <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=HL0B4HxWR6DkWBp4P4ryyYBymN1EZvj5NVrngoSSwaZ3qafp2yQFyGIUnAkx8SD4sBYTpBtayvRwR9nEoTXEzKjxLDo2CY6IGpy9bRveqZM=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="www.integrisit.com">www.integrisit.com</a>. About Integris Integris is a leading provider of managed AI and IT services, helping small to midsize businesses securely adopt and scale modern technologies to drive digital maturity. Integris goes beyond traditional IT management by delivering strategic roadmaps that optimize operations, strengthen security and compliance, and enable real-world AI adoption that drives measurable business impact. By aligning infrastructure, data and governance, Integris helps organizations translate technology investments into measurable operational results. Regularly featured on the Inc. 5000 list, Integris is backed by the private equity arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS). Learn more at <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=HL0B4HxWR6DkWBp4P4ryyYSvmZgY5x2OxRCBCoYDP8Mald4fKUzuV8NfoqGTPzNyV1d9zPHqYHjD866P48LzVkyfdwBGmAdtdu8t9hL6Ncs=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="www.integrisit.com">www.integrisit.com</a>. Media Contact Hailey Kennedy External Communications Manager <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=aN8IuJfN0kTKOhn5fXYU_PVM1mnALDsWBdTJQfyPjtvkKU5KPbFHwhCpylDavglTRCcvov9J_Qmr6FIQc1H6EUNAD0uf1mM52ntHMaZfybvDm1zGu4JPxEmR7_Ow3n0f" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="hailey.kennedy@integrisit.com">hailey.kennedy@integrisit.com</a> <img alt="" src='https://ml.globenewswire.com/media/ODNmZGFmMjQtYWVlOS00OWJlLTkxMGYtNjk5OGE5M2ZmZDg4LTEzMjA2NDAtMjAyNi0wOS0wMS1lbg==/tiny/Integris-IT-LLC.png' referrerpolicy='no-referrer-when-downgrade' />

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