Download our 2025 report on embedded Linux systems development
We’ve driven an exploration with the desire to better understand the experiences and hurdles faced by equipment manufacturers in the realm of embedded Linux systems development.
It took dozens of interviews with R&D managers, lead software engineers from companies of all sizes, and hundreds of responses to quantitative surveys combined with extensive online research to have a global overview, which we are excited to distill and share with you through this synthesis.
You will find in this report:
- An overview of the challenges encountered by your peers
- Solutions and best practices to streamline embedded Linux development and
maintenance - Decision matrices designed to help you select solutions pertinent to your unique
context - Insights and prospects on the future of embedded Linux systems developments
Get expert advice fitting your situation
“You need to validate the needs of MPU and Linux by confirming which features (which also include
your global product roadmap with future features) will be requested.
Do you need to get access to a better development framework? Do you plan to integrate multimedia usage? Advanced graphical UI? Or do we need more power for calculation or an AI algorithm?”
Frederic H., Embedded software developer
“When you start building a range of products, thinking about platforming is a key topic.
OEMs are already used to build the hardware side. That’s, however, less common on the software side, but it’s still as important to mutualize development efforts and anticipate maintenance efforts. Products like Welma Yocto Linux can help you with platforming, as it has been designed for
this use case.”
Pierre G., Head of Product Development
“Many large organizations utilize renowned software solutions that may result in a vendor lock-in
effect, leading to long-term costs. Consider the level of dependency and the associated risks when engaging with a new supplier or adopting a new product.”
Pierre L., Product Management Lead
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