Measure time in a defined area

A dwell measure needs clear entry and exit boundaries and a policy for interrupted tracks. Review duration distributions with the area’s purpose rather than assuming that longer presence means engagement or a problem.

Catalog workflow. Confirm detector availability, permitted use and event delivery for the proposed deployment. Website examples are illustrative.

Assess zone dwell analysis

Illustrative shared-space zone used to measure observed duration

Example

Without IVISIONStandard CCTV feed

With IVISIONIllustrative event overlay

The Process

How It Works

Duration describes presence, not interest or intent Understand how long spaces are used.

Prepare the view

Define the zone and visible access paths.

Assess the observation

Validate track continuity and timing.

Review the evidence

Review duration distributions and incomplete observations.

Choose a response

Compare with layout or service conditions before making changes.

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Dimension	Dwell Time Analysis	Loitering Detection
Observation	A person track remains within a defined area.	A person stays within a monitored boundary.
Event criteria	Supported tracking links zone entry and exit or a qualified ongoing stay.	Supported tracking exceeds the validated duration threshold.
Monitoring setup	Confirm boundary, track-gap policy and repeat visits.	Confirm boundary, timing, re-entry handling and waiting exceptions.
What it cannot establish	Cannot establish interest, satisfaction or continuous presence during gaps.	Cannot establish intent, unauthorized status or continuous presence during track gaps.
Practical outcome	Help teams distinguish brief passages from longer stays.	Help operators review prolonged presence in context.