IT Operations & Hardware Support
Maintains sanctuary computers and related equipment, performs diagnostics and repairs, replaces or upgrades hardware when needed, and helps keep workstations and peripherals dependable for day-to-day operations.
TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Technology Behind the Mission
In-house volunteer IT support, paid technical services, software administration, design, photography and digital operations for Holsteins 'n Horses.
IN-HOUSE TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL OPERATIONS
A specialized technology team supporting the sanctuary every day.
The Technology Department at Holsteins 'n Horses functions as the sanctuary's in-house technical operations team. It brings together volunteer IT staff, paid technical support supplied through Streetwise Software Online, web and software specialists, designers, and photographers who work directly with the farm. The department keeps the sanctuary's computers, software, data systems, website, store and digital tools dependable, secure and ready for daily operations.
The sanctuary’s technology program is maintained as an operational department, not simply as a website service. Its purpose is to keep the digital systems behind animal care, communication, fundraising and everyday administration organized, serviceable and secure.
SPECIALIZED SUPPORT
One department. Multiple technical disciplines.
The technology team combines hands-on equipment support with software administration, cybersecurity, digital publishing, design, photography and systems development.
Software, Updates & Security
Maintains operating systems and business software, applies security patches and updates, supports account security and recovery, and helps reduce avoidable downtime or exposure from outdated systems.
Animal Care Database Administration
Maintains the animal care data system, protects record integrity, supports authorized users and keeps the working information used by the sanctuary organized and available as care information changes.
Website, Store & Digital Operations
Maintains the public website and owner admin system, publishes approved updates, supports the online store and donation technology, manages technical website maintenance and keeps digital services working across desktop, tablet and mobile devices.
Design & Creative Technology
The design team develops and updates approved visual materials, website presentation, digital graphics and campaign assets so the sanctuary can communicate with a consistent professional identity.
Farm Photography & Media
On-farm photographers document sanctuary residents, events, facilities, products and everyday moments. Approved media is prepared for the website, campaigns, storytelling, documentation and other sanctuary communications.
Innovation & Systems Development
Evaluates and builds new digital tools, workflow improvements, automation and internal software that can reduce repetitive work, improve access to information and strengthen the sanctuary’s technology infrastructure.
Continuity, Backups & Documentation
Supports technical documentation, backups, recovery planning and controlled administrative access so critical digital systems are easier to maintain, repair and restore when equipment or software changes.
ANIMAL CARE DATABASE
A controlled working record for every resident.
The Animal Care Database organizes the information the sanctuary needs to maintain an accurate working record for each animal. Authorized users can keep identity and species information, age and arrival details, rescue history, current condition or status, current care needs, medical-care notes and approved images together in one structured record. As information changes, authorized team members update the record so the sanctuary is not relying on scattered notes or outdated copies. The Technology Department maintains the software, data integrity, access and technical continuity of the system; animal-care decisions remain with the sanctuary care team, and veterinary diagnosis and treatment remain with qualified veterinary professionals.
CURRENT INNOVATIONS
Technology built around the way the sanctuary actually works.
Current systems include an owner-controlled website and admin platform, editable animal profiles, controlled media management with recoverable trash, the Animal Care Database, secure administration and audit tools, campaign management with timed rotation, online store and donation integrations, mobile-friendly visitor tools, backups and recovery controls, and an expanding set of internal software maintained for sanctuary operations.
Owner-controlled website administrationAnimal data & story managementSecure media lifecycle controlsTimed campaign rotationStore & donation technologyBackups, audit & recovery controls
TECHNICAL PARTNER
Visit Streetwise Software OnlineStreetwise Software Online
Streetwise Software Online is the primary technology company supporting the department's paid technical services and works alongside the sanctuary's volunteer technology team and creative contributors. Together, the group provides a specialized technical resource for Holsteins 'n Horses while keeping day-to-day control of sanctuary content and operations with the sanctuary owner.
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