Integral Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: ISYS) has appointed Major General (Ret.) H. Marshal Ward, US.A.F., as Chief Operating Officer. General Ward will assume this newly created position on August 31, 2009. General Ward brings with him more than 40 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry. Previously, he served as Vice President and General Manager for the Space Systems and Electronics business area of BAE Systems. In this position, he was responsible for the inception of the business area and its growth to $270M in revenues in 2008. Before joining BAE Systems, General Ward served 35 years with the U.S. Air Force. He retired as Director, Special Programs in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics. General Ward served as the principal staff assistant and advisor to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Technology on all programs protected under special access controls. General Ward received a Bachelor's degree in Meteorology from Florida State University and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Auburn University. He is the recipient of numerous awards and commendations including the Defense Superior Service Medal.