Vibration based SHM has been widely used in civil structures, i.e. buildings, bridges, earthwork structures, etc. Successful implementation of SHM depends on measuring vibration data and data processing algorithms. Algorithms used in vibration monitoring allows system identification, damage detection and response prediction. Vibration monitoring together with long term deformation monitoring provides much needed reliability and safety of the structures. Through vibration monitoring accurate and objective information can be obtained about the rate of changes and changes themselves of the structural health due to external events.

Vibration monitoring ensures business continuity for clients. Most critical equipment have allowable maximum acceleration limits for operation. Safety and sustainability of the businesses depends on the continuous and controlled operation of such equipment. Vibration monitoring allows intelligent maintenance cycles that reduce unnecessary repair costs and provide accurate lifetime estimations for the critical equipment. Therefore, businesses never have to come to a complete halt. Moreover, vibration monitoring allows distinguishing faulty equipment in a system which improves the efficiency of maintenance operations.