Virtual Shepherd was specifically developed for the demands of alpine pastures and alpine farming. The system helps alpine farmers and alpine associations efficiently keep an eye on grazing animals, even in extensive, hard-to-reach areas. Through location monitoring, digital support for herd management, and early warning messages, monitoring efforts can be reduced, and animals better protected. At the same time, Virtual Shepherd helps to use grazing areas purposefully, protect sensitive areas, and make daily work on the alpine pasture easier. Thus, the solution combines traditional alpine farming with modern technology and strengthens sustainable management in mountainous regions.

The service is constantly being developed further; these functions are already included:

• Create animals and connect them with sensors
• Precise positioning – even in remote areas
• Density map for identifying popular grazing areas