中国智慧养老行业研究报告

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese smart elderly care industry is transitioning from "pilot projects" to "full-scale penetration" and from "technology stacking" to "ecological integration" due to the intersection of population aging and digital transformation [1][2][3] Industry Background - By the end of 2024, the population aged 60 and above in China will exceed 310 million, accounting for 22.0% of the total population, posing severe challenges to traditional elderly care models [3][5] - Factors such as changes in family structure, consumption upgrades among the elderly, and increased acceptance of digital technology are driving the development of the industry [5][22] - The technological revolution is reshaping the elderly care service ecosystem, pushing the industry towards precision, personalization, and efficiency [5][24] Industry Status - Smart elderly care has formed technical solutions covering three major scenarios: home, community, and institutions [5][34] - The industry exhibits a competitive landscape with three main types of players: comprehensive solution providers, vertical technology companies, and traditional elderly care enterprises [5][34] - Challenges such as data silos, insufficient technology adaptation for the elderly, and immature business models remain significant pain points for industry development [5][39] Research Significance - The integration of technology and services in smart elderly care not only meets the multi-layered needs of the elderly but also opens new pathways for the development of the silver economy [3][4] Research Content - The report systematically analyzes the overall picture of the Chinese smart elderly care industry from the dimensions of industry background and current status [5] Research Outlook - Demand-side trends indicate a shift from survival-oriented elderly care to quality-oriented elderly care [6] - Supply-side developments will focus on technology, resources, and scenarios to lead smart elderly care services towards large-scale development [6] - The ecological aspect will emphasize value closure and multi-dimensional collaboration, outlining a new development landscape for the smart elderly care ecosystem [6] Policy Emphasis - A series of policies have been introduced to support smart elderly care, highlighting its strategic importance [19][21] Social Demand - The demand for smart elderly care is driven by significant changes in family structure, an increase in solitary and empty-nest households, and a growing elderly population with varying needs [22] Technological Application - The integration of AI, IoT, big data, and cloud computing is reconstructing the elderly care service model, transitioning from passive care to proactive prevention [24][25] Market Dynamics - The smart elderly care industry is characterized by a shift from fragmented services to a comprehensive ecosystem, driven by technological innovation and humanistic care [2][4][42] Future Trends - The demand for smart elderly care is evolving from basic survival needs to a focus on quality and value realization, reflecting a societal shift in values [42] - The supply side is moving towards large-scale development, with technology, resources, and scenarios driving the evolution of services [45] - The industry is expected to see increased ecological collaboration, enhancing the synergy between policies, markets, and technologies [48]