Recent studies have highlighted the growing global burden of type 2 diabetes, with over 600 million people projected to have the disease by 2045. In particular, Egypt will face explosive growth in cases. While control of blood sugar levels is important for reducing complications, most patients do not achieve treatment goals. Intensifying treatment in a timely manner when blood sugar is poorly controlled can reduce cardiovascular risks. Inertia on the part of both physicians and healthcare systems often limits timely treatment changes needed to improve outcomes for patients with type 2 diabetes.