If you have followed this series on CTS-PRAS, you will already have seen how a dedicated planning...
Counter Terrorism and Search Analysis Software CTS-PRAS
Mountain Horse Solutions, in partnership with Cunning Running Software, delivers CTS-PRAS (Counter Terrorism and Search Analysis) —a purpose-built platform for modern threat environments. With integrated 2D/3D mapping, automated line-of-sight analysis, and mission-focused modeling, teams can:
• Identify vulnerable positions and routes before deployment
• Prioritize defensive options based on real-world threat profiles
• Generate consistent plans and reports that support faster decision making
This is not software replacing judgment—it’s about sharpening it.
Threat Prevention:
• Urban Areas
• Airports
• Large Events
• Crime and Search
• Shooter
• Advanced Planning
Software that protects public events from terrorist threats.
The Counter Terrorism and Search Analysis System Software (CTS-PRAS) is a civilian Homeland Security solution that is a unique, multi-purpose tool used by governments addressing counter-terrorism.
- Plan protection for venues
- Protect high-value targets
- Justify resource allocation
- Empower counter-terrorism professionals
- Visualize complex scenarios
- Manage search operations
The software identifies potential firing points for MANPADS, direct- and indirect-fire weapons, IEDs, and counter-UAS launch sites, enabling users to visualize the threat footprint. Maps, diagrams, and other data are processed and downloaded to front-line personnel attending the incident.
This decision-support tool delivers enhanced situational awareness and informed ‘safe route’ planning. Critically, it updates the threat status as the situation develops.
To defend CNI, CTS-PRAS displays sensor coverage in 2- and 3-dimensional space. It is overlaid on Google Earth™, providing an immediate visual indication of which sensors provide the best performance for security, incident observation, and perimeter surveillance.
As a preventive tool, CTS-PRAS uses terrain elevation and weapon characteristics to calculate potential launch sites. These are examined and mitigated using aerial photography and ground survey. A site database provides a record of all site surveys with notes, photos, videos, maps, sketches, and aerial imagery.
CTS-PRAS Application Articles
CTS-PRAS Supporting Protective Operations and Potential Shooters
Specialist firearms and tactical teams hold some of the most demanding responsibilities in law...
CTS-PRAS Supporting Serious Crime Scene Investigation & Search
Searches linked to counterterrorism operations, serious crime investigations and other high-risk...
CTS-PRAS Protecting Large Event Threats: Concerts, Sporting Games, Public Ceremonies & Political Rallies
Major events such as concerts, sports games, public ceremonies, political rallies and large...
CTS-PRAS Airport Threats: Protecting Airports and Critical Infrastructure
Airports and other elements of critical infrastructure are attractive targets for anyone seeking...
CTS-PRAS Urban Threats: Software Tools that Support Multi-Operational Needs
In an earlier article, we introduced CTS-PRAS as a dedicated environment for counterterrorism...
CTS-PRAS Overview: Why Security Agencies Need Counter Terrorism Software
It is a bleak reality that the demand for serious counter-terrorism and attack-planning tools is...














