Chilmark Research

Chilmark Research is an industry analyst firm conducting research on healthcare technology markets. The results of our research are typically compiled into reports. Reports come in two forms, those sponsored by a specific client (custom research) or those sponsored by Chilmark Research. All reports, regardless of sponsor, use Chilmark’s proven methodology of primary and secondary research and analysis.

Available Reports:

HIE Market Report: Trends and Analysis 2012
Date of Publication: February 2012
Cost: $2,995. (enterprise license)

Abstract:
The HIE market in the US is heating up as over $560M dollars of federal stimulus funding flows into the market for creating statewide HIEs.  An even larger market is developing in the private market for “Enterprise” exchanges that are being created by larger Health Care Organizations in response to the passage of recent healthcare reform legislation that will result in new, bundled payment models. These enterprise seek to establish tighter relationships with their affiliated practices to drive new business, improve quality and efficiency of care delivery in preparation of payment reform.

While these activities create a robust market for HIE vendors, it has also created significant confusion. Numerous vendors are now positioning themselves as HIE vendors, but very few have all the features and functions that a robust HIE will require. How does one choose from the multitude of vendors now competing in the HIE market?  Who are the true leaders and what capabilities do they bring to market? Which vendors are bringing unique capabilities that can future proof a buying decision today?  How has the recent wave of acquisitions affected the market and what might it mean longer-term to vendor viability?

Chilmark’s HIE Market Report will answer these questions and numerous others. The result of extensive primary and secondary research, including interviews with all leading HIE vendors and numerous end users, this report provides a clear classification of the HIE market with extensive profiles of over 20 vendors who currently offer an HIE solution. The report will also look to the future as to how this market will grow and evolve over the next several years as meaningful use requirements take hold, healthcare reform brings forth changes in payment models, access to health data moves to mobile platforms and the consumer takes on a larger role.

Table of Contents & List of Figures: Stay Tuned 

Enterprise Adoption of mHealth Apps: Trends, Opportunities & Challenges
Date of Publication: November 2010
Cost: $895.

Abstract:
While consumer adoption of mHealth Apps on their smartphones has received much fanfare, physicians have been leading the way in mobility for years. With new breakthroughs in usability (e/g/. touchscreen tablets such as the iPad) and a working model for App deployment, these physicians are now clamoring for mobile solutions that will connect them to a healthcare enterprise’s health information system (HIS). Healthcare enterprise executives also see such capabilities facilitating their efforts to improve quality of care delivered and workforce efficiencies.

For this 25 page report Chilmark Research conducted interviews with a number of leading mHealth adopters, major HIS vendors, best-of-breed vendors, tech entrants, and consultants. Primary research was coupled with extensive secondary research to create a composite view on how this market will develop.  In addition to providing forecasted growth rates, the report also looks at some of the challenges that will be faced by those seeking to adopt and deploy such solutions within their enterprise.  Such topics as privacy and security, mobile device management, regulation and compliance, and meaningful use are just some of the topics covered in this comprehensive look at a rapidly changing market.

iPHR Market Report
Analysis & Trends of Internet-based Personal Health Records’ Market
Date of Publication: May 2008
Cost: $2,995. (enterprise license), $2,495 (single user)

Abstract:
Comprehensive 100+ page report that provides in-depth analysis of the current iPHR market and future trends. Report is the culmination of several months of primary and secondary research conducted by Chilmark Research. In addition to detailed profiles of 20 leading PHR vendors, including capability rankings, the report provides analysis of the potential impact of the major platform initiatives from Google, Microsoft and the employer-led consortium, Dossia.

Table of Contents (pdf): iPHR TOC

Executive Summary: iPHR Market Report
Analysis & Trends of Internet-based Personal Health Records’ Market
Date of Publication: May 2008
Date of “free” release: October 2008

Abstract:
The 20 page Executive Summary provides an overview of key findings from Chilmark Research’s iPHR Market Report. The Executive Summary will provide the reader with an overview of today’s PHR market, including market structure, key trends and recommendations for success in this rapidly evolving market. Four months after publishing the full report, Chilmark Researchreleased the Executive Summary for free download by any interested party.

Coming Soon:

Health Information Exchange (HIE) Market Analysis: Leading Vendors,  Market Trends and Evolution
Date of Publication: December 2010

Abstract:
The HIE market is heating up as over $560M dollars of stimulus funding (ARRA) flows into the market for creating statewide HIEs.  An even larger market may be that of private, “Enterprise” exchanges that are being created by Independent Delivery Networks as they seek to establish tighter relationships with their affiliated practices to drive new business, improve quality and prepare for payment reform.

While these activities create a robust market for HIE vendors, it has also created significant confusion. Numerous vendors are now positioning themselves as HIE vendors, but very few have all the features and functions that a robust HIE will require. How does one choose from the multitude of vendors now competing in the HIE market?  Who are the true leaders and what capabilities do they bring to market? Which vendors are bringing unique capabilities that can future proof a buying decision today?  How has the recent wave of acquisitions affected the market and what might it mean longer-term to vendor viability?

Chilmark’s HIE Market Report will answer these questions and numerous others. The result of extensive primary and secondary research, including interviews with all leading HIE vendors and numerous end users, this report provides a clear classification of the HIE market with extensive profiles of over 20 vendors who currently offer an HIE solution. The report will also look to the future as to how this market will grow and evolve over the next several years as meaningful use requirements take hold, healthcare reform brings forth changes in payment models, access to health data moves to mobile platforms and the consumer takes on a larger role.

Healthcare Trends in the Employer Market
Date of Publication: Late Winter 2011

Abstract:
This 20 plus page report will provide a comprehensive overview of how employers, both large, medium and small, are addressing the need to provide health and wellness programs for their employees to lower medical loss ratios.  This report is the culmination of extensive interviews with leading healthcare benefits consultants and will provide the reader with a clear picture of the current challenges employers face, how they are perceiving current offerings and what they are looking for in the future to improve the health and wellness of their employees.

Where to Get a Report:

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