“Rising Demand for Integrated and Wireless Communication Systems”
- A significant and accelerating trend in the Middle East and Africa nurse call system market is the growing preference for integrated and wireless communication platforms in hospitals and elderly care facilities. These systems enhance real-time coordination and response capabilities, supporting the region’s move toward digital healthcare infrastructure
- For instance, Ascom’s wireless nurse call solutions are being implemented in private hospitals in South Africa, enabling mobile alerts and patient requests to be received directly on caregivers' handheld devices. Similarly, Televic’s IP-based systems are gaining traction in Saudi Arabia, offering integration with hospital management software and voice communication tools
- Wireless systems are especially attractive for retrofitting older facilities and deploying in rural or underserved areas where wired infrastructure is limited or costly to install. Their ease of scalability and lower installation requirements make them a practical solution for both public and private healthcare providers
- Integrated nurse call solutions allow for seamless interoperability with building automation, electronic medical records, and real-time location systems, contributing to improved operational workflows and patient safety
- For instance, Intercall’s Fusion-IP system is designed to integrate with access control and workflow management systems, helping hospitals centralize communication and enhance staff accountability
- The increasing demand for such advanced and connected nurse call systems reflects a broader shift toward smart healthcare environments in countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, and South Africa, where modernization initiatives are underway to enhance care quality and hospital efficiency
