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Objective: To analyze the compatibility between existing livestock infrastructure and requirements for digital monitoring technologies in Mexico, proposing an adaptive infrastructure model for gradual technological modernization. Design/methodology/approach: Documentary analysis of secondary data from production units was conducted. Technical parameters from manufacturer specifications and scientific literature (2015-2024) were synthesized. Bioclimatic design principles from international standards were adapted to meet the specific conditions of Mexico. The Flexible Infrastructure for Animal Welfare (IFBA) conceptual model was developed through the synthesis of technical requirements and contextual constraints. Results: Analysis revealed that around 70% of Mexican livestock facilities consist of perimeter fences with improvised roofing, presenting fundamental incompatibilities with sensor operation requirements. Temperature fluctuations of 18-22 °C in traditional installations exceed calibration tolerances, while 92% lack adequate ventilation design. The proposed IFBA model structures interventions in three integrated components: passive bioclimatic design, technological pre-installations, and evolutionary flexibility, generating immediate welfare improvements while preparing for future technology adoption. Limitations on study/implications: Analysis based on secondary data and technical literature synthesis requires field validation before large-scale implementation. Findings/conclusions: Physical infrastructure constitutes the primary limiting factor for livestock modernization in Mexico, surpassing economic or educational barriers. The principle "precision cannot be monitored in imprecise spaces" synthesizes the fundamental incompatibility that has been identified. Investment in appropriate infrastructure generates immediate returns through improved animal welfare while establishing necessary conditions for successful technological modernization.