Global EHR/EPR Buying and Replacement Study

This technical report presents an analysis of the global trends in electronic health record (EHR) and electronic patient record (EPR) buying and replacement from 2026 to 2030. The study outlines the shift in demand towards interoperability-first platform architectures, noting that 65% of hospitals in the fastest-adopting countries reported active EHR replacement or expansion efforts. It details various market dynamics, including the strong buying presence in countries like India, Germany, and Brazil, while also identifying regions with notable replacement activity. The report categorizes the evidence into four classes to document buyer priorities and procurement behaviors influenced by economic pressures. It emphasizes the importance of FHIR/API interoperability as a critical requirement for new platform decisions and provides a regional analysis of demand signals across different markets. The report further discusses the implications of modernizing EHR systems in response to governmental mandates and emerging healthcare needs.