Download our 2026 embedded Linux trend report
What you'll find in this report
Embedded Linux has become the backbone of modern connected devices, powering everything from industrial controllers to medical devices.
Over the past decade, Yocto has emerged as one of the dominant frameworks for building custom embedded Linux systems, offering unmatched flexibility and control. Yet, this power comes with complexity, and organizations face mounting challenges around skills, compliance, and systems lifecycle management.
This whitepaper draws on insights from industry practitioners with decades of experience in embedded systems. Their voices reveal the tension between control and complexity, compliance and cost, and innovation and pragmatism shaping the future of embedded Linux.
Inside, you’ll find:
- an exploration of the current state of embedded Linux development,
- the pain points experienced by device manufacturers and integrators,
- and five key trends that will define the ecosystem in 2026 and beyond.
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