Moreover, the publication highlights the impacts on the European social market economy, such as the strain on public budgets, health and long term care and the general quality of life, and the importance of addressing these issues through cross-cutting approaches.
There are also opportunities hidden in adjusting to these demographic trends that can be found in a more inclusive labour market and increasing productivity through skills and education with the help of innovation and use of latest technologies.
As the report states, ‘the impact of digital technologies in health and long term care can be a triple win: improved quality of life, increased efficiency of health and longterm care, market growth and industry development.‘