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Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Business Reports

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Overview

Address

8023 Vantage Dr. San Antonio, 
TX 78230 United States
Phone: 210-524-9000
Fax:210-255-6998
Toll Free:800-275-4524

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Rankings

#867 in FORTUNE 1000 (May 2011)

Company Description

Kinetic Concepts has made its bed and has no problems lying in it. The company's "therapeutic surfaces" (commonly known as hospital beds and specialized mattresses) treat and prevent complications associated with patient immobility, such as pressure sores and buildup of fluid in the lungs. Kinetic Concepts also makes vacuum-assisted wound care systems and critical care therapy systems, which rotate immobilized patients to reduce the incidence of pulmonary complications and pressure sores. Its LifeCell business develops tissue regeneration products used in surgical procedures. Kinetic Concepts was acquired for nearly $5 billion by a group of private-equity firms in 2011.

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Company Profile Report

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Sections Included in Report

  • Company Overview
  • Company Description
  • Company History
  • People
  • Biographies
  • Historical Events
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
  • Annual Income Statement
  • Quarterly Cash Flow
  • Annual Balance Sheet
  • Quarterly Balance Sheet
  • Annual Cash Flow
  • Quarterly Income Statement
  • Earning Estimates
  • Financial Market Data
  • Historical Financials
  • Competitors List
  • Competitive Landscape

Company Profile Report Highlights

  • Company Description

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  • Industry Information

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  • Biographies

    Learn the background and technology interests of the company's executives, to better understand possible growth directions.
  • Company History

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  • Key People

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  • Company Financials

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Overview

The US medical equipment and supplies manufacturing industry includes about 11,000 companies with combined annual revenue of about $125 billion. Major companies include Baxter International, Boston Scientific, Johnson & Johnson, and Medtronic. The industry is concentrated: the 50 largest companies account for about 60 percent of revenue.

SIC: 2599, 3829, 3843, 3851, 8072

NAICS: 339112, 339113, 339114, 339115, 339116

 

Sample Questions & Answers

What difficulties has the company had meeting FDA and insurer approval?

All new medical devices require approval from the FDA to be marketed, and from Medicare and other insurers that ultimately pay for use. Although FDA and Medicare have streamlined procedures, review for new devices can be lengthy and approval...

 

How does the company manage prices in the face of pressure by Medicare and insurers to keep costs low?

Because of rapidly increasing health care costs, private insurers and government programs like Medicare have moved to limit payments for many medical treatments that require medical supplies or devices. Doctors and hospitals, in turn, have a greater...

 

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General Report Description

Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

 

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  • Quarterly Industry Update
  • Business Challenges
  • Trends and Opportunities
  • Call Preparation Questions
  • Financial Information
  • Industry Forecast
  • Website and Media Links
  • Glossary of Acronyms

    Industry Report Highlights:

    • Recent Developments

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      Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.
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    • Industry Forecast

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    • Executive Insight

      Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.
    • Financial Information

      Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.
    • Web Links & Acronyms

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    Overview

    The US professional services industry includes about 770,000 firms with combined annual revenue of more than $1 trillion. Major firms include Booz Allen Hamilton, Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), Gensler, IBM, Jacobs Engineering Group, Omnicom, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom. The industry is highly fragmented: the 50 largest firms account for less than 20 percent of revenue.

    SIC: 8743, 8999, 0781, 0741, 7335, 4731, 5199, 6541, 7221, 7291, 7311, 7312, 7313, 7319, 7331, 8742, 7336, 7361, 7371, 7373, 7376, 7379, 7389, 7819, 8111, 8711, 8712, 8713, 8721, 8731, 8732, 8734, 8741

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    Sample Questions & Answers

    How does the firm adapt to lower demand during economic slowdowns?

    Many corporate customers cut outside expenses or delay major projects when profits are low. The revenue of many professional firms dropped during the late 2000s recession; particularly hard-hit were advertising, engineering, and IT services firms.

     

    How does the firm mitigate the risk that customers will sue?

    Because of the greater involvement of professional firms in the operations of corporate customers, firms face greater risk of blame or liability if their advice proves faulty. Customers are quicker to blame advisers, and regulators are more likely to...

     

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    General Report Description

    Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

     

    Sections Included in Report

    • Industry Overview
    • Quarterly Industry Update
    • Business Challenges
    • Trends and Opportunities
    • Call Preparation Questions
    • Financial Information
    • Industry Forecast
    • Website and Media Links
    • Glossary of Acronyms

      Industry Report Highlights:

      • Recent Developments

        Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.
      • Trends & Opportunies

        Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.
      • Call Preparation Questions

        Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.
      • Industry Forecast

        Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.
      • Business Challenges

        Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.
      • Executive Insight

        Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.
      • Financial Information

        Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.
      • Web Links & Acronyms

        Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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      Overview

      The US engineering services industry includes about 60,000 companies with combined annual revenue of about $255 billion. Major companies include URS, Jacobs Engineering, and the engineering divisions of large construction companies such as Fluor and Bechtel. The industry is highly fragmented: the 50 largest firms account for about 35 percent of industry revenue.

      SIC: 7389, 8711

      NAICS: 541330, 541340, 541712

       

      Sample Questions & Answers

      How does the firm adapt to cyclical demand?

      Demand in major engineering fields such as construction and industrial process design depends heavily on the health of the US economy. During economic slowdowns, engineering firms are disproportionately hurt. For example, during the late 2000s...

       

      How accurately does the firm estimate costs?

      Project cost overruns are a primary cause of financial distress for engineering companies. Some firms have incurred heavy losses from underestimating costs, forcing them to divest business units or file for bankruptcy. In addition to paying for cost...

       

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      General Report Description

      Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

       

      Sections Included in Report

      • Industry Overview
      • Quarterly Industry Update
      • Business Challenges
      • Trends and Opportunities
      • Call Preparation Questions
      • Financial Information
      • Industry Forecast
      • Website and Media Links
      • Glossary of Acronyms

        Industry Report Highlights:

        • Recent Developments

          Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.
        • Trends & Opportunies

          Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.
        • Call Preparation Questions

          Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.
        • Industry Forecast

          Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.
        • Business Challenges

          Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.
        • Executive Insight

          Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.
        • Financial Information

          Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.
        • Web Links & Acronyms

          Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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        Kinetic Concepts, Inc.  Overview

        Top 3 Competitiors

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        Industries where Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Competes

        Medical Equipment & Supplies Manufacturing
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        Competitive Landscape Brief

        Demand depends on the number of people in the US receiving medical treatment. The profitability of individual companies depends on merchandising and efficient delivery systems. Large companies have economies of scale in purchasing, and highly developed infrastructure that allow for efficient distribution. Small companies can compete effectively by specializing in a product line or servicing a local customer base. The industry is capital-intensive: annual revenue per employee is about $700,000.

        Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Competitive Landscape

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        Providing a complete view of how this company and its competitors stack up against one another, the Competitive Landscape report includes benchmarks on over 30 parameters related to sales, employees, market cap, profitability, and growth. Exclusive to Hoover's, this landscape can be used to conduct competitive analysis, inform corporate strategy, and identify trends.

         

        Sections Included in Report

        • Key Numbers
        • Profitability
        • Valuation
        • Operations
        • Financial Ratios
        • Per Share Data ($)
        • Growth Statistics
        • *Data provided for 3 to 30 competitors

          Company Landscape Report Highlights

          • Competitors List

            Identify specific primary and secondary competitors, allowing you evaluate the chances of sucessfully introducing new products.
          • Competive Landscape

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          Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Overview

          Address

          8023 Vantage Dr. San Antonio, 
          TX 78230 United States
          Phone: 210-524-9000
          Fax:210-255-6998
          Toll Free:800-275-4524

          Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Rankings

          #867 in FORTUNE 1000 (May 2011)

          Company Description

          Kinetic Concepts has made its bed and has no problems lying in it. The company's "therapeutic surfaces" (commonly known as hospital beds and specialized mattresses) treat and prevent complications associated with patient immobility, such as pressure sores and buildup of fluid in the lungs. Kinetic Concepts also makes vacuum-assisted wound care systems and critical care therapy systems, which rotate immobilized patients to reduce the incidence of pulmonary complications and pressure sores. Its LifeCell business develops tissue regeneration products used in surgical procedures. Kinetic Concepts was acquired for nearly $5 billion by a group of private-equity firms in 2011.

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          • IT Strategy
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          • Recent News and Activity
          • Conversation Starters
          • Industry Data
          • Major Subsidiaries and Locations

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            • Recent News & Activity

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            • Industry Data

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