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Sustainability in the health and care industry: New study highlights challenges and opportunities
The healthcare and nursing industry in Bavaria is facing major challenges: A shortage of skilled workers, increasing regulatory requirements and growing pressure to establish sustainable structures. A current SEE Impact Study shows the comprehensive economic, ecological and social effects of the industry for the first time and provides practical recommendations for action.
Health and care industry as Bavaria's leading economy
The Bavarian State Ministry of Health, Care and Prevention (StMGP) commissioned the sustainability study in order to analyze the health and care industry holistically as one of the main pillars of the Bavarian economy. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative and qualitative studies. In addition to a SWOT analysis and expert workshops, comprehensive data on economic effects, environmental impact and social aspects were also included in the study.
Fields of action for a sustainable future
The study identifies six key areas of action that are considered crucial for a sustainable and resilient healthcare and nursing industry in Bavaria:
Strategies for healthcare and prevention are essential in order to develop long-term concepts for coping with rising patient numbers and new care models. Measures to attract, retain and promote qualified personnel are essential to overcome the shortage of skilled workers. Sustainability and green technologies play an important role by promoting climate-friendly innovations and resource-saving processes. The digital transformation is crucial for improving efficiency and patient care. Research and innovation support new technologies and scientific findings that contribute to an efficient health and care sector. Finally, regulatory relief is of great importance in order to simplify bureaucratic hurdles and reduce the administrative burden on companies.
Child labor along global supply chains
A particularly controversial topic in the study is the indirect responsibility for child labor along global supply chains. While child labor is prohibited in Germany, the data shows that child labor is a reality, particularly in countries such as Nigeria, Madagascar and the Ivory Coast. This underlines the need for international cooperation and stricter controls to ensure fair and sustainable supply chains.
Bayern Innovativ Gesundheit: Our contribution to sustainable transformation
As Bayern Innovativ Gesundheit, we are actively committed to putting the findings of the SEE Impact Study into practice. Through targeted innovation promotion, networking and knowledge transfer between companies, research institutions and politics, we are jointly shaping the future of the health and care industry in Bavaria.
Specifically, we support companies and institutions in the development of sustainable business models, promote the use of digital technologies to increase efficiency and support research projects that develop new solutions for skills shortages and sustainable processes. Through our platforms and events, we bring relevant stakeholders together to create synergies and bring innovations to market faster.
Conclusion: setting the course for the future
The SEE Impact Study provides well-founded findings and practical recommendations for politics and business. It shows that the Bavarian health and care industry is not only economically significant, but also plays a key role in promoting sustainable and socially responsible structures. Implementing the proposed measures can not only ensure the competitiveness of the sector, but also help to position Bavaria as a pioneer for a sustainable, ethical healthcare industry. As a key partner, Bayern Innovativ Gesundheit is ready to play an active role in shaping this change.
