Sustainable Market-Driven Strategy for Fluoride Treatment: A Case Study of Business Model Approach in Pakistan

Purpose: The study intends to examine the sustainability of different fluoridetreatment systems through a business model approach in a developing country to achieve financial and operational viability. Methods: We used business-model-logic to evaluate different fluoride reduction technologies to ass...

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Published in:Fluoride 2024-10, Vol.57 (10), p.1-11
Main Authors: Sadiq, ul Hassan, Mehboob
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bones
Business models
Cost control
Developing countries
Drinking water
Fluoridation
Fluorides
LDCs
Profitability
Sustainability
Water supply
Water treatment
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Summary:Purpose: The study intends to examine the sustainability of different fluoridetreatment systems through a business model approach in a developing country to achieve financial and operational viability. Methods: We used business-model-logic to evaluate different fluoride reduction technologies to assess the financial viability of safe water supply services. We examined the investment cost involved in the de-fluoridation of water, the annual revenue generation, and the net-benefits of these different de-fluoridation technologies through business model logic. Data collection was done through field surveys and discussions with relevant stakeholders. Results: The analysis identifies the financial viability of providing safe water services using different technologies and found that the EDF and CAB based fluoride removal techniques are better regarding cost savings and profitability. Additionally, the study highlights the potential to reduce medical expenses and productivity losses by ensuring access to fluoride-safe water, estimating yearly cost savings of $78 per person. Conclusions: The study confirms that the business model is an effective tool for the evaluation of different technologies promoting safe drinking water solutions in a developing country like Pakistan
ISSN:0015-4725
2253-4083