Research Methodology – Electronic Medical Record 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 Medical Record Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Electronic Medical Record Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Number of healthcare providers adopting Electronic Medical Record (EMR) technology.
- The budget allocated by the healthcare facilities for EMR implementation and maintenance.
- Current usage of EMR systems by private and public healthcare institutions.
- Size and growth of the healthcare industry in a specific region/country.
- Government mandates and regulations promoting or requiring the use of EMR systems.
- Technological advancements and developments in the EMR market.
- The pricing strategy of EMR vendors.
- The number of users (physicians, nurses, administrators, etc.) using the EMR systems.
2 Key Market Indicators
- The rate of EMR adoption among health care providers.
- Market share held by leading EMR vendors.
- Policies and regulations impacting EMR implementation.
- Economic indicators like Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and health expenditure per capita.
- Investments in digital health technology.
- Technological infrastructure available for EMR implementation.
3 Growth Trends
- Growth in the adoption of cloud-based EMR systems.
- Integration of advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and analytics with EMR systems.
- Increase in partnerships and collaborations among EMR vendors and healthcare institutions.
- Expansion of telemedicine and mHealth increasing the demand for EMR systems.
- Increasing demand for patient safety and care quality leading to higher adoption of EMR 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 Medical Record 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 Medical Record 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:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights