Why Join?
ABHI is the voice of the UK Medical Technology Industry and has a membership which comprises manufacturers of medical devices, equipment and consumables, as well as service companies, distributors, professional groups (such as architects and lawyers), and other suppliers to the medical community. Membership is available to any organisation with a UK base/office.
The membership of ABHI ranges from trade associations to multinational manufacturers of all types of medical technology to smaller companies and technology start-ups. As the most representative and largest trade asociation in the UK, the ABHI is the first port of call for decision makers when seeking the opinion of industry on critical issues affecting the UK market.
Our strategy provides a programme of work which impacts upon decision making in both the UK and the EU and not only increases market access for members companies but also enhances a demand for the products and services of the medical technology industry.
Why is representation important in the UK?
The UK market is undergoing rapid change. The structure and development of this market is complex and it is essential for British based companies to be well informed and connected to the decision makers at each level.
Medical Technology is often confused with the products of the pharmaceutical industry. ABHI is working with other European and International Trade Associations to create a strong identity for medical technologies and is the obvious choice for your company's UK operations. Through ABHI your company can achieve a louder voice in the British healthcare arena.
Representing your interests
ABHI has developed and maintained a strong working relationship with key Government agencies. In the area of procurement ABHI has successfully negociated three seats on PaSA's e-business working group, progressed the principle of "once-only" in the tendering process and contributed to the terms and conditions in the recent evaluation of Indeminity forms, notably succeeding in having most of our suggestions incorporated into the new forms.
Creating an image for the UK Medical Devices Sector
ABHI are instrumental in championing members' issues through positive public relations strategies aimed at promoting the value of Medical Technology. We are in a unique position to manage a sector profile raising campaign for the Medical Technology Industry both in the UK and in Europe.
Commercial Support
Because of our international visibiilty and close working relationships with the DTI, ABHI is internationally recognised as the first port of call for commercial opportunities. We regularly host international trade missions to target markets, host a British pavillion at the major worldwide exhibitions and offer a market intelligence and sales lead service to all members.
Partnerships
To be the loudest and the strongest voice is essential when representing membership interests. ABHI has strong relationships and bonds with a number of professional associations, other trade associations, NHS organisations, patient groups and healthcare professionals. These relationships come into their own when ABHI works towards the achievement of a goal and broad stakeholder representation is needed to affect change.
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