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Eastern European Decontamination Equipments Market
Frost & Sullivan, June 2011, Pages: 104
The rise of new diseases and the increase in number of fatal infections (like Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Acquired Immuno-Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), and tuberculosis (TB) etc.) have emphasized the importance of Infection Control in every healthcare setting. Decontamination is one such process to effectively prevent infection. It includes cleaning, disinfecting and reprocessing of devices and tools that are used in healthcare settings. It not only helps in infection control but also minimizes the hospital cost by making the devices fit to use again instead opting for new devices or equipments.
This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Eastern European Decontamination Equipments Market analyses market drivers and restraints as well as key challenges. Revenue forecasts at total market and segment levels, as well as a competitive analysis, are provided. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors: cleaning equipment, disinfection equipment, sterilisation equipment and sterilisation assurance. Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria are the countries covered in this research.
Market Overview
Fears over Hygiene and Hospital Acquired Infections to Drive the Eastern European Decontamination Equipment Market
Rising awareness about hygiene, infection control and hospital acquired infections (HAI), coupled with escalating concerns over healthcare expenditures, is fuelling growth in the Eastern European decontamination equipment market. The emergence of new diseases and the increase in the number of fatal infections, such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and tuberculosis (TB), among others, have emphasised the importance of infection control in healthcare settings. High expenditures associated with nosocomial infections or HAI are highlighting the need for effective infection control. “Decontamination processes effectively limit infection by cleaning, disinfecting and reprocessing devices and tools that are used in healthcare settings,” notes the analyst of this research. “Such procedures not only help in infection control, but also minimise hospital costs by enabling devices to be reused, rather than having to be purchased anew.”
New Eastern European member states of the European Union (EU) are improving healthcare-related infrastructure and equipment to match EU-mandated standards. Outdated systems are rapidly being replaced by modern equipment within the CSSD. Such trends will be one of the major drivers in the decontamination equipment market.
Creating Awareness about the Benefits of High-cost, High-quality Products Will Boost Their Demand
Lack of sufficient funding is the main reason for high price sensitivity in Eastern Europe. To contain costs, hospitals prefer low-cost products, which are often of inferior quality. “However, as such low-cost products are provided below the average market price, they enjoy a competitive advantage over more expensive, high-quality counterparts,” remarks the analyst. “As manufacturers cut prices to remain competitive, the total volume of revenues is set to shrink.” The lack of adherence to manufacturer guidelines often affects the optimal functioning of the decontamination equipment. It results in device damage or failure and is further exacerbated by the lack of infection control specialists in the region. This creates a real opportunity for equipment and device manufacturers to offer value-added services, such as training to infection control personnel and healthcare professionals. Such strategies can help companies gain an edge.
Companies can penetrate the Eastern European market by creating awareness about the benefits of infection control and by providing high-quality and advanced products. Furthermore, equipment manufacturers must attempt to change the mindset and thinking of end users and buyers. With infection control laws becoming increasingly more stringent, the stage has been set for manufacturers to create enhanced awareness about the benefits of high-quality decontamination products and services. “High-quality products require limited after-sales services, thereby offering savings for customers,” concludes the analyst. “From the manufacturer’s point of view, it is extremely important to provide additional customer services in order to gain the competitive edge.”
Market Sectors
Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this research:
- Cleaning equipment
- Disinfection equipment
- Sterilisation equipment
- Sterilisation assurance
By Country:
- Czech Republic
- Poland
- Hungary
- Romania
- Bulgaria
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