A monitoring, control and configuration system that includes a local system, a mobile device application, and a server that is accessible by users via the mobile device application and a Software as a Service (SaaS) interface via a browser is disclosed. The local system contains a microprocessor, communications components and related software all of which enable communications with the server and external components coupled with the local system. The local system software and server software combine with the mobile application and website interface to enable a user to monitor, configure, and control external devices coupled with the local system and the local system itself via the server. The system replaces multiple disparate control devices with a single, configurable device and system. The system integrates multiple disparate devices and systems from multiple manufacturers. The system provides emergency alerts based on examination of information from external devices provided to the local system and the server.