Patent ID: 8577623

Claim:
A system for real-time web-based monitoring of water utilities, the system comprising: at least one data detection device configured to: continuously scan sensor data input and send the inputted sensor data to a data management device; receive sensor and operational data relevant to monitoring the water in a water utility system; manipulate the received sensor and operational data; and store the manipulated data; and a data management device configured to: receive the manipulated data sent from the data detection device; evaluate the received data by continuously comparing the received sensor data with set alarm points; manipulate the evaluated data into an analysis result: display the analysis result and historical data in a color-coded graphical user interface, indicating normal system operation warning status, and alarm conditions; the analysis result being continuously updated based on the incoming data and displayed in a graphical or tabular format such that an individual having been authorized to access the analysis result can assess a current state of the system performance based on the display; and determine that an individual is authorized to receive the analysis result.