Client
Our client for this request is a medical device manufacturer for both medical and dental fields. Medical technology is advancing day by day, and to provide better healthcare to patients, it is essential to constantly grasp the latest research and development trends and continuously develop innovative products. The client is particularly focused on product development in the ophthalmology sector, dedicating daily efforts to research and development to improve patients’ quality of life. They believe that precisely understanding market needs and developing products using cutting-edge technology is their mission as a medical device manufacturer.
Objective
The objective of this project was for market research. The client aimed to comprehensively collect past presentation data accumulated on the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s presentation archive site (AAO Archives). This would allow them to gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest research trends, technological advancements, and activities of key opinion leaders in the ophthalmology field, thereby guiding the development of next-generation ophthalmic products. A deep understanding of what topics doctors are focusing on and what kind of research is being conducted is crucial for developing products that meet market needs. AAO Archives was an invaluable source of cutting-edge information in ophthalmology for the client.
Challenges Faced
The client had previously relied on their internal employees to manually collect information from AAO Archives. However, AAO Archives contains an enormous amount of accumulated data, making it extremely difficult to manually collect all necessary information. This task consumed significant time and effort, leading to a substantial increase in costs, including personnel expenses, which could not be ignored. Furthermore, manual data collection carried a high risk of human error, making it challenging to fully ensure the accuracy of the information. These issues were major obstacles hindering the client’s research and development activities.
Impact of Problem Resolution
By automating data collection from AAO Archives, the client successfully achieved significant cost reductions and improved operational efficiency. Utilizing automated tools drastically reduced the time spent on data collection and cut down on labor costs. Moreover, employing scraping technology minimized human errors and improved data accuracy. This enabled the client to swiftly determine guidelines for product development based on more precise data, allowing them to introduce products that align with market needs in a timely manner. Additionally, the saved time and resources were strategically reinvested into higher-value tasks such as research and development and marketing, thereby strengthening the company’s overall competitiveness.
Pricing
The cost for this data collection was $200 USD (approx. 30,000 JPY). Considering that 25,152 items of extensive data were acquired, this can be considered a very reasonable price. The high cost-effectiveness was also a significant advantage for the client.
Data Content
The collected data comprehensively covers crucial information for analyzing ophthalmology research trends, including: Topic, Year, Title, Author, Format, and Abstract. All this information is official data obtained from AAO Archives, allowing the client to confidently proceed with product development based on reliable data. In particular, the Abstract provides a concise summary of each study, enabling efficient searching for necessary information from a vast amount of data.
Number of Records
The number of collected data records totaled 25,152 items. Possessing this volume of data allows the client to comprehensively grasp research trends in ophthalmology and formulate product development strategies from multiple perspectives. This rich data serves as a powerful weapon for predicting future market trends and achieving product development ahead of competitors. Data-driven decision-making is indispensable for increasing business success rates.
Delivery Time
The delivery time was 5 business days from the request. This rapid delivery enabled the client to obtain information in a timely manner and accelerate the pace of research and development. Prompt information gathering is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. We always strive to provide swift and meticulous service to meet our clients’ needs.
AAO Archives Sample Data (Quoted from Source)
| URL | Format | Year | Topic | Title | Author | Abstract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| https://aao.scientificposters.com/epsAbstractAAO.cfm?id=12 | Poster | 1999 | Cataract | Topical Anesthesia with Lidocaine Jelly for Cataract Surgery | Charbel D Fahed, MD; Nabil M Jabbour, MD; Ibrahim M Dunya, MD; S E Khazen, MD; S Salameh, MD | Purpose: To evaluate Lidocaine jelly as a topical anesthetic for cataract surgery. Methods: Eighty …….. |
| https://aao.scientificposters.com/epsAbstractAAO.cfm?id=13 | Poster | 2000 | Cataract | Evaluation of 517 Explanted Foldable Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lenses (PC IOLs) | Qun Peng MD; Gerd U Auffarth MD; Marcela Escobar-Gomez MD; Roberto A Bianchi MD; Daphne S M Hoddinott | Purpose: To analyze incidence and types of complications causing explantation of seven different types …….. |
| https://aao.scientificposters.com/epsAbstractAAO.cfm?id=14 | Poster | 2001 | Cataract | An Objective Comparison of Acular vs Vexol to Control Inflammation Following Phacoemulsification | Frank A Bucci Jr MD; Ayman Z Matta MD | Purpose: To compare the anti-inflammatory efficacy of Acular and Vexol following …… |
| https://aao.scientificposters.com/epsAbstractAAO.cfm?id=15 | Poster | 2002 | Cataract | Intraocular Pressure Change After Temporal Clear Corneal Phacoemulsification | Christian D Nilson MD; Inci Irak MD; Norman A Zabriskie MD; F Jane Durcan MD; Alan S Crandall MD | Purpose: To evaluate short-and long-term intraocular pressure (IOP) changes after ……… |