Real-Time Monitoring in Geotechnical Instrumentation

"Real-time monitoring” in geotechnical instrumentation sounds impressive — but is it really real-time? In this Movement Series from NEXGROW Academy, we break down the myth. From sensors to dataloggers, gateways to dashboards, every system has built-in delays.

Learn why true instant monitoring doesn’t exist, why that’s not a weakness, and how professionals should design monitoring strategies around the speed of geotechnical change.

📌 Key takeaways:

Why dashboards always show the recent past, not the present moment

Where delays occur in the data journey When real-time isn’t necessary (excavations, tailings, bridges)

How professional judgment matters more than dashboard refresh rates

At NEXGROW, we believe the future isn’t faster dashboards — it’s professionals who understand the data, its limits, and its meaning.

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