Director, Principal Consultant, Event Wrangler, Systems Whisperer at SDCS
Peter Lane is a semi-retired technology consultant with 30+ years of experience delivering practical digital solutions in sectors where things have to work the first time — because there’s no-one else around if they don’t. His career spans health informatics, building services communications, nonprofit systems, and events and hospitality.
He founded System Design & Communication Services Ltd (SDCS) to help churches, charities, and small organisations navigate tech without the usual buzzwords, baggage, or big egos.
🧭 Professional Journey
Health Informatics & Remote Support
Queensland Health – Home & Community Care Programme
- Supported selected service providers through the grant application process
- Computerised the programme’s application process
- System Administrator and IT support
Peninsula & Torres Strait Islands Regional Health Authority (PTSRHA)
- Supported IT systems across six regional hospitals and over 80 community health centres
- Developed deep understanding of delivering tech where local support is scarce
Building Services Engineering – Communications Systems Focus
WSP Lincolne Scott – Brisbane & Auckland
- Designed and managed systems for AV, lighting, signage, and networking in commercial and civic buildings
- Specialised in infrastructure for public spaces and performance venues
- Bridged the gap between architects, engineers, and tech teams
Digital Consulting
System Design & Communication Services (Current)
- Helps organisations choose, configure, and operate systems that fit their needs and budgets
- Focus areas include live streaming, church tech, small business workflows, and volunteer-friendly tools
- Writes SOPs, creates toolkits, and trains teams to use digital tools with confidence
Events & Hospitality
- Roles include event ticketing, suite hosting, food & beverage, concierging, and barista work
- Acts as Marshal / Official at motorsport events for Motorsport NZ
- Provides AV, technology planning, and logistics for hybrid and multi-venue events
Web, Media & Knowledge Platforms
- Website development for churches, community groups, and small businesses using WordPress and other accessible tools
- Video streaming & production — from camera setup and audio mixing to simple edits (no film crew required in many cases)
- Knowledge base & helpdesk systems, including content strategy, SOPs, and volunteer-friendly guides
- Training resources for onboarding, documentation, and follow-up videos
Key Event Projects
- Technology Planning for the 350-delegate / 13,000 attendee Methodist Church of NZ Conference, Claudelands & WINTEC
- Organiser for Manurewa Methodist Church Youth Group Fundraising Dinner — marketing, ticketing, catering and event delivery
- Committee Member, inaugural and follow-up BICSI South Pacific NZ Conferences
- Technology & marketing support, “A Climate for Change” online seminar for the Ecumenical Climate Justice Network
- Logistics & tech lead, “Origins & Impact” bicentennial symposium for Wesley Historical Society (NZ)
- Technology planning & marketing, “Inspiring Change for a Sustainable Future” (multi-venue hybrid) for the Climate Justice Working Group
- Organiser & tech lead, “Shaping Worship Across Generations” event for AELP
- Presenter & planning support, “NZed Connects 2025” – Sustainability & Innovation in International Education
📜 Qualifications & Credentials
- Extron Certified AV Professional
- Audinate Dante Level 1, 2 & 3 Certified
- CRO Accreditation – Motorsport New Zealand
- Certificate in Barista and Service Skills (NZQA)
- LCQ – Licence Controller Qualification (NZ)
🤝 Governance & Advisory Roles
- Board member, various nonprofits including Friendship House Foundation, NZ Lay Preachers Association and Wesley Historical Society (NZ)
- Regular contributor to strategic planning, digital engagement, and systems governance
📬 Contact
Need help making sense of your systems — or just want a chat about making things work better?