The FreeBalance Accountability Platform

The FreeBalance Accountability Platform or GRP is a pure-web Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE) Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) platform designed for government financial management.  Applications are deployed via Java Server Pages (JSP) supporting centralized, decentralized and hybrid deployment models.

Platform

The GRP is a technical software platform designed for government.

  • Platform Foundation to support GRP modules operating on a wide variety of operating system, database, computer and Internet browser platforms including open source and commercial options.
  • Integrated Development Environment built on Eclipse to enable governments to develop specialized and unique GRP modules.
  • Systems Management to support maintaining systems, users and groups while managing archival, retrieval and system integrity check.

Capacity Building

Capacity Building functionality is integral to the GRP design.

  • Adaptable Help and Documentation updates standard system help and documentation to show government practices and assist users.
  • Knowledge Management tools to support government practice knowledge bases.
  • Change and Task Management tools to support government reform and modernization.

Information Security

The FreeBalance Accountability Suite is deployed securely in government information environments.

  • Authentication and Authorization includes strong access and identity management.
  • Digital and Electronic Signatures includes biometric integration.
  • Secure Cheque Printing meets financial standards.