ETCorp has recently released version 3.0 of its Global Security Management software platform. The GPAC System® 3.0 provides enhanced ability to mitigate and control risk by providing an Open Standards platform to converge multiple security systems including CCTV, Access Control, perimeter detection, fire alarm, building management and traffic management (ANPR). The current version of the GPAC System® offers increased robustness, functionality and reliability over the previous version and is designed for large scale, dispersed installations . This new version also offers full redundancy, so that in the event of a server error, security is not compromised. The GPAC System® is a fully scalable, flexible and vendor neutral platform which can integrate traditional analog components with newer digital technologies from any non proprietary vendor. The GPAC System® also provides a central control center for relevant risk information, creating fast, intelligent event response by reducing the time associated with gathering and interpreting data from individual systems. GPAC® reduces the risk associated with human error by automating many of the decision making events. The interface to the The GPAC System® can also be customised to include a mapping functionality to integrate the geographical location of assets like cameras, sensors, access control points and fire alarms allowing security personnel to respond more rapidly. The GPAC System® is a powerful web based security, process automation and risk management tool that intelligently provides continuous monitoring and control of critical processes and secure areas issuing alerts or invoking other systems upon trigger events.Suitable for small to medium enterprises or larger organisations that operate autonomously over distributed locations.The GPAC System® includes a powerful database and audit trail for forensic analysis, control, compliance, audit, and threat minimisation.Wide area security automation – extensive coverage and use of effective buffer zones.Coordination is improved by the provision of secure access to different stakeholder groups from people on the ground to analysts at the command centre.Situational awareness is presented using security, HSE and VPA (velocity, position, altitude) from inputs.