Beyond Computing Magazine Wins Apex `99 Grand Award for Website Developed with IBS Interactive.

CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 1999--

IBS Interactive, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBSX), an Internet and IT business solutions provider, announced that Beyond Computing magazine was recognized with an APEX '99 Grand Award in the category of Web and Intranet Sites. The Beyond Computing website (www.beyondcomputingmag.com) is programmed and hosted by IBS Interactive and published by IBM in affiliation with Forbes Inc. The magazine and its website target senior-management decision-makers who have installed enterprisewide information technology solutions to achieve competitive advantage. The annual APEX Awards received more than 4,800 entries in 11 major categories, and only 58 Grand Awards were presented.

According to Charles Rogers, Production Director of Beyond Computing magazine, "Winning this award, which was given to our Creative Director, Roger Dapiran, underscores the success we've had from our partnership with IBS Interactive. IBS understands our online goals, and its development efforts have helped us gain a competitive edge in a rapidly maturing online marketplace."

IBS Interactive recently implemented a dynamic search application to allow for article archiving of the magazine's issues dating back to 1996. Rogers concluded, "The Beyond Computing site went through a significant redesign, and IBS streamlined navigation to deliver a more enjoyable user experience."

IBS Interactive's President and CEO Nicholas Loglisci added, "We congratulate Beyond Computing for winning an Apex '99 Grand Award. We are always proud to witness the success of our clients, and this award is yet another confirmation of our abilities in Internet development services."

Beyond Computing is a strategic business magazine that helps companies drive business success through the use of leading-edge technologies. Published by IBM and Forbes, Beyond Computing empowers senior corporate and IT executives with the insight and the tools they need to achieve a competitive advantage.

IBS Interactive provides comprehensive, cost-effective Internet and information technology solutions to businesses and organizations. Services are designed to enable companies to operate more efficiently by outsourcing their Internet functions, computer networking, maintenance and technical support. IBS offers Internet programming and applications development, Internet consulting and enterprise services, and Internet connectivity. Internet programming and applications development services include web programming, database development and distance learning. Internet consulting and enterprise services include information technology consulting, network design, implementation, training and support. Internet connectivity services include website hosting, leased-line services, and dial-up and e-mail access. IBS's Web address is: http://www.interactive.net Beyond Computing's Web address is: www.beyondcomputingmag.com

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