EANS-News: CompuGroup Medical presses ahead with its activities in Asia
18.10.2011 – 08:20
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Corporate news transmitted by euro adhoc. The issuer/originator is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Company Information Subtitle: The group is implementing its Asia strategy consistently by expanding business structures Excellent customer proximity thanks to the combination of global Best Practice with local requirements. Koblenz (euro adhoc) - October 18, 2011: A breeze of fresh air for CompuGroup Medical Malaysia: The worldwide market leader in eHealth has optimized its organization in Asia. Therewith the company repositions itself as a strong partner for the healthcare sector in Asia; competent staff is developing customized solutions based on worldwide approved systems for customers on local markets. The renaming from Profdoc Sdn Bhd' into CompuGroup Medical Malaysia Sdn Bhd' was the last step in the further development of the professional organizational structures in Asia. Frank Gotthardt, CEO of CompuGroup Medical, emphasizes: "Malaysia is the bridgehead for us to go ahead in opening up the Asian market. To equip ourselves for that role we have re-aligned the existing organization. We will continue investing in Malaysia." In the new organizational structures potential and existing customers in the hospital segment will be offered an extended product portfolio and more professional services. The cooperation with partners is supposed to extend the range in the market. Being an eHealth-expert CompuGroup Medical understands the complex and sophisticated processes of ambulatory and clinical facilities. "We combine our international Best Practice with the local requirements of our customers. Drawing on this expertise, we can provide them with tailor-made solutions on a global level." says Dr Jens Stief, new CEO of CGM Malaysia summarizing the recipe for success for a profitable partnership. One example is represented by the international SOS-Clinic in Peking: Running around 400 clinics, it counts among the largest internationally acting providers of ambulatory care. CompuGroup Medical has implemented new software for this clinic which is supposed to be used worldwide in the network. What's more, the so-called "Professional Medical Office (PMO)" has been accepted by the Malaysian healthcare market and is recognized as comprehensive solution. About CompuGroup Medical AG CompuGroup Medical is one of the leading eHealth companies in the world. Its software products are designed to support all medical and organizational activities in doctors' offices, pharmacies and hospitals. Its information services for all parties involved in the healthcare system and its web-based personal health records contribute towards safer and more efficient healthcare. CompuGroup Medical's services are based on a unique customer base of over 385,000 doctors, dentists, hospitals, pharmacies and networks as well as other service providers. With locations in 20 countries and customers in 34 countries worldwide, CompuGroup Medical is the eHealth company with one of the highest coverage among eHealth service providers. Approximately 3,600 highly qualified employees support customers with innovative solutions for the steadily growing demands of the healthcare system. Further inquiry note: CompuGroup Medical AG Barbara Müller Consultant Press & Media P +49 (0) 261 8000-6100 F +49 (0) 261 8000-3100 e-mail: press@cgm.com end of announcement euro adhoc -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- company: CompuGroup Medical AG Maria Trost 21 D-56070 Koblenz phone: +49 (0) 261 8000-0 FAX: +49 (0) 261 8000-1166 mail: investor@cgm.com WWW: www.cgm.com sector: Software ISIN: DE0005437305 indexes: stockmarkets: regulated dealing/prime standard: Frankfurt, free trade: Berlin, Hamburg, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, München language: English