Digitalizing Trade and Health Services through eCommerce and Health Information System Platforms
​Empowering Customers with Innovative SaaS Platforms
Who We Are
Piotre Limited is a privately owned Finnish company developing SaaS-based Health Information and Patientcare Systems, and Pharmaceutical digital strategy in Africa and other growing markets, which leverages digital EHR Systems, Marketplaces, and B2B eCommerce Platforms. This strategy addresses the continent's unique healthcare challenges, capitalize on technological advancements, and align with regional initiatives.
Market Landscape and Opportunity
Market Size and Growth in B2B eCommerce
B2B e-commerce in Africa is experiencing significant growth, driven by digital transformation, mobile adoption, and the need to modernize fragmented supply chains.
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Middle East & Africa (MEA)
The B2B e-commerce market in MEA was valued at USD 134 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 286.5 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2024 to 2030.
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Rapid Growth in Digital Health
Africa's digital health market was valued at USD 3.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.4% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 16.6 billion by 2030.
Efficiency Gains
Adopting digital health tools and platforms could lead to efficiency gains of up to 15% in total healthcare expenditures.
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Challenges
Key challenges include fragmented logistics, regulatory complexities, limited access to quality medications, and a lack of funding sources.
Target Countries
We operate in 15 African countries and implement our strategy with our Ugandan and Kenyan partners. Only Kenya has 14.000 health facilities and hospitals, and over 10.000 pharmacies. In 2025, we plan to establish local companies in several African countries.
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Target Customers and Vendors in the Healthcare Industry
We co-operate with governments (national and county level), ministries, public health facilities, private health facilities, faith-based organizations, pharmacies, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, manufacturers.
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Other Target Industries
We aim to launch commercial e-Commerce initiatives in 2025 in industries other than health care business, e.g., agriculture and food services, industrial equipment and materials, FMCG, and hospitality industries.
Strategic Objectives
Enhance Accessibility
Utilize digital platforms to improve access to quality healthcare services and medicines.
Streamline Supply Chains
Implement marketplace and B2B e-commerce solutions to optimize pharmaceutical supply chains and reduce inefficiencies and costs.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Align with national and regional health regulations to build trust and ensure the safety and efficacy of healthcare products.
Open New Sales Channels and Export Opportunities
We help our customers to grow their revenue streams and reach new customers in the largest free trade area in the world, African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) which covers 54 African countries.
Implementation Framework
Platform Development
Digital Marketplace
Develop a centralized platform connecting manufacturers, distributors, healthcare facilities and providers, and pharmacies.
Digital Health and Patient Care
Develop a centralized platform and data repository, and a data lake connecting national, regional, and local-level health facilities and hospitals in each country.
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Inventory Management
Real-time tracking of pharmaceutical stocks.
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Order Processing
Streamlined procurement processes for healthcare providers.
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Payment Solutions
Integration with mobile money and other local payment systems.
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Regulatory Compliance
Ensure the platform adheres to local and international pharmaceutical regulations.
Financial Services Integration
Credit Facilities
Offer credit options to hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers to facilitate bulk purchasing and improve cash flow. Buy now, pay later (BNPL) payment solutions are being integrated with local banks.
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Fintech Partnerships
Collaborate with local fintech companies to provide secure and accessible payment solutions.
Regulatory and Compliance Strategy
Engage with Regulators
Work closely with national drug and medical products regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and gain trust.
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Quality Assurance
Implement strict quality control measures to prevent the distribution of counterfeit medications.
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Through implementing this strategy, digital health and pharmaceutical businesses can effectively address healthcare challenges in Africa and other markets, improve access to quality medications, and contribute to the overall enhancement of healthcare delivery across the continent.
​Our Strategic Partners
Our consortium partners and members include the world’s leading companies from Finland and Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa.
The member companies operate in the following industries: Hospital Information and Patient Care, Logistics, Open Source Databases, Marketplace platforms, eCommerce platforms, Open Healthcare Platforms, Financial Institutions, Banks, Software Developers, and Consulting companies.
Growth and Sales Opportunities
We can help Finnish and global healthcare technology, health products, and pharma companies enter the African market to grow and reach new customers through our eCommerce platform. We provide advisory services to our customers in regulatory and compliance matters through our extensive network and contacts within local government organizations.
Our Global Team
Our team at our headquarters in Finland consists of senior-level professionals who have worked at C-level positions in ICT, pharma, eCommerce, food and dairy, manufacturing, trade, and other industries in Finland and abroad.
Our tech and software development team lead is in Finland, we have also developer teams in India and in Kenya including ICT support and maintenance. Our Saas-platforms run on local secure servers that comply with all cybersecurity regulations and HIPAA compliance requirements.
Piotre Ltd
Contact Us
Address
Nuijamiestentie 5 A
00400 Helsinki, Finland
Contact
+358 50 538 9065
