Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market Size, Global Trends, Forecast to 2031

Research Methodology – Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market

At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market comprises the following key stages:

Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis

Our baseline thesis for the Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:

Factors considered while calculating market size and share

Number of healthcare providers adopting EHR systems.
Cost of EHR software and required hardware.
Government regulations and incentives for EHR integration.
Technological advancements in EHR software.
Market players operating in the EHR industry and their sales revenue.
Geographical segmentation and adoption rate of EHR systems.
Market penetration of the different types of EHRs (ambulatory, acute, post-acute).

Key Market Indicators

Growth rate of healthcare providers adopting EHR systems.
Trends in government policies and regulations towards EHR systems.
Market concentration rate of key market players.
The size of investment in research and development for EHR technologies.
Market growth rate segments such as by product type (software, hardware), by end-user (Hospital, Clinic, etc.).
Demographic factors influencing the adoption rate of EHR systems.

Growth Trends

Adoption of cloud-based EHR systems.
Increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with EHR systems for predictive analysis.
The emergence and growth of EHR systems designed for mobile devices.
Innovation in patient portals to provide better access to health records.
The growing trend of using EHR data to improve population health management.
Increased focus on interoperability, allowing for better information exchange across various healthcare systems.

Secondary Research

Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market. Key inputs include:

Company-Level Information

Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
Company press releases and product launch announcements
Public executive interviews and earnings calls
Strategy briefings and M&A updates

Industry and Government Sources

Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
Relevant Associations for the Electronic Health Records (EHR) Market

Market Intelligence Sources

Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
Import/export trade data and tariff databases
Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals

Macro & Consumer Insights

Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends

Primary Research

To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:

Expert Insights & KOL Engagements

Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users

Focused Discussions & Panels

Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers

Data Validation & Business POV

Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints

Data Triangulation & Forecasting

The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:

Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors

Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine: