Embedded Software Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Operating System (General Purpose Operating System, Real-time Operating System), By Functionality, By Vertical (Automotive, Manufacturing), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Embedded Software Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Operating System (General Purpose Operating System, Real-time Operating System), By Functionality, By Vertical (Automotive, Manufacturing), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030


Embedded Software Market Size & Trends

The global embedded software market size was valued at USD 16.77 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.1% from 2024 to 2030. The rapid expansion of IoT devices, such as smart home products and industrial sensors, drives demand for embedded software that can handle real-time processing, connectivity, and data management. IoT applications in smart cities, including traffic management, energy systems, and public safety, rely heavily on embedded software to function efficiently. The automotive industry’s shift toward autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems requires advanced embedded software to process sensor data, control vehicle functions, and ensure safety. Moreover, the rise of electric vehicles necessitates embedded software for battery management systems, motor control, and vehicle-to-grid communication.

The increasing popularity of smart devices such as smartphones, wearable technology, and smart home products drives the need for embedded software that enhances functionality, connectivity, and user experience. Moreover, consumer demand for feature-enabled and energy-efficient devices boosts the development of more complex and optimized embedded software. The push toward Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing increases the need for embedded software in robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and industrial automation systems. Embedded software enables precise control and monitoring of industrial processes, enhancing productivity and efficiency.

The integration of IoT in healthcare, such as remote patient monitoring, and wearable health devices, requires reliable embedded software for data collection, processing, and communication. The need for embedded software that meets stringent regulatory standards for safety and accuracy in medical devices is driving market growth. Moreover, the deployment of 5G networks accelerates the development of embedded software for network infrastructure, devices, and edge computing, enabling faster and more reliable communication.

Global Embedded Software Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global embedded software market report based on the operating system, functionality, vertical, and region.
  • Operating System Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
  • General Purpose Operating System (GPOS)
  • Real-time Operating System (RTOS)
  • Others
  • Functionality Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
  • Standalone Systems
  • Real-time Embedded Systems
  • Mobile Embedded Systems
  • Networked Embedded Systems
  • Vertical Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
  • Computing Devices
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Industrial Automation
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Telecommunications
  • Others
  • Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)
  • North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • MEA
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • KSA
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation and Scope
1.2. Market Definitions
1.3. Research Methodology
1.3.1. Information Procurement
1.3.2. Information or Data Analysis
1.3.3. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.4. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Segment Outlook
2.3. Competitive Insights
Chapter 3. Embedded Software Market Variables, Trends, & Scope
3.1. Market Introduction/Lineage Outlook
3.2. Market Size and Growth Prospects (USD Million)
3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.4. Market Dynamics
3.4.1. Market Drivers Analysis
3.4.1.1. Increasing implementation of AI and machine learning in embedded software
3.4.1.2. Growing trend toward industrial automation and IIoT in developing nations
3.4.2. Market Restraints Analysis
3.4.2.1. High development costs
3.4.3. Industry Opportunities
3.4.4. Industry Challenges
3.5. Embedded Software Market Analysis Tools
3.5.1. Porter’s Analysis
3.5.1.1. Bargaining power of the suppliers
3.5.1.2. Bargaining power of the buyers
3.5.1.3. Threats of substitution
3.5.1.4. Threats from new entrants
3.5.1.5. Competitive rivalry
3.5.2. PESTEL Analysis
3.5.2.1. Political landscape
3.5.2.2. Economic and Social landscape
3.5.2.3. Technological landscape
3.5.2.4. Environmental landscape
3.5.2.5. Legal landscape
Chapter 4. Embedded Software Market: Operating System Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. Segment Dashboard
4.2. Embedded Software Market: Operating System Movement Analysis, 2023 & 2030 (USD Million)
4.3. General Purpose Operating System (GPOS)
4.3.1. General Purpose Operating System (GPOS) Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.4. Real-time Operating System (RTOS)
4.4.1. Real-time Operating System (RTOS) Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
4.5. Others
4.5.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 5. Embedded Software Market: Functionality Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Embedded Software Market: Functionality Movement Analysis, 2023 & 2030 (USD Million)
5.3. Standalone Systems
5.3.1. Standalone Systems Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.4. Real-Time Embedded Systems
5.4.1. Real-Time Embedded Systems Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.5. Mobile Embedded Systems
5.5.1. Mobile Embedded Systems Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.6. Networked Embedded Systems
5.6.1. Networked Embedded Systems Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 6. Embedded Software Market: Vertical Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Embedded Software Market: Vertical Movement Analysis, 2023 & 2030 (USD Million)
6.3. Computing Devices
6.3.1. Computing Devices Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.4. Consumer Electronics
6.4.1. Consumer Electronics Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.5. Industrial Automation
6.5.1. Industrial Automation Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.6. Automotive
6.6.1. Automotive Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.7. Manufacturing
6.7.1. Manufacturing Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.8. Telecommunications
6.8.1. Telecommunications Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.9. Others
6.9.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 7. Embedded Software Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Embedded Software Market Share, By Region, 2023 & 2030 (USD Million)
7.2. North America
7.2.1. North America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.2. North America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.3. North America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.4. North America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.5. U.S.
7.2.5.1. U.S. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.5.2. U.S. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.5.3. U.S. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.5.4. U.S. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.6. Canada
7.2.6.1. Canada Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.6.2. Canada Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.6.3. Canada Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.6.4. Canada Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.7. Mexico
7.2.7.1. Mexico Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.7.2. Mexico Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.7.3. Mexico Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.2.7.4. Mexico Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3. Europe
7.3.1. Europe Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2. Europe Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3. Europe Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4. Europe Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5. U.K.
7.3.5.1. U.K. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5.2. U.K. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5.3. U.K. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5.4. U.K. Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.6. Germany
7.3.6.1. Germany Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.6.2. Germany Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.6.3. Germany Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.6.4. Germany Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.7. France
7.3.7.1. France Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.7.2. France Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.7.3. France Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.7.4. France Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4. Asia Pacific
7.4.1. Asia Pacific Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.2. Asia Pacific Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.3. Asia Pacific Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.4. Asia Pacific Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5. China
7.4.5.1. China Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5.2. China Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5.3. China Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.5.4. China Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6. Japan
7.4.6.1. Japan Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6.2. Japan Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6.3. Japan Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.6.4. Japan Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.7. India
7.4.7.1. India Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.7.2. India Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.7.3. India Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.7.4. India Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.8. Australia
7.4.8.1. Australia Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.8.2. Australia Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.8.3. Australia Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.8.4. Australia Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.9. South Korea
7.4.9.1. South Korea Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.9.2. South Korea Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.9.3. South Korea Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.4.9.4. South Korea Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5. Latin America
7.5.1. Latin America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.2. Latin America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.3. Latin America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.4. Latin America Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.5. Brazil
7.5.5.1. Brazil Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.5.2. Brazil Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.5.3. Brazil Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.5.5.4. Brazil Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6. Middle East and Africa
7.6.1. Middle East and Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.2. Middle East & Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.3. Middle East & Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.4. Middle East & Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.5. UAE
7.6.5.1. UAE Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.5.2. UAE Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.5.3. UAE Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.5.4. UAE Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.6. South Africa
7.6.6.1. South Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.6.2. South Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.6.3. South Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.6.4. South Africa Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.7. KSA
7.6.7.1. KSA Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.7.2. KSA Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Operating System, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.7.3. KSA Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Functionality, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.6.7.4. KSA Embedded Software Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Vertical, 2017 - 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
8.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Company Market Positioning
8.4. Company Market Share Analysis
8.5. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.6. Strategy Mapping
8.6.1. Expansion
8.6.2. Mergers & Acquisition
8.6.3. Partnerships & Collaborations
8.6.4. New Product Launches
8.6.5. Research and Development
8.7. Company Profiles
8.7.1. Green Hills Software
8.7.1.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.1.2. Financial Performance
8.7.1.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.1.4. Recent Developments
8.7.2. Intel Corporation
8.7.2.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.2.2. Financial Performance
8.7.2.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.2.4. Recent Developments
8.7.3. Microchip Technology Inc.
8.7.3.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.3.2. Financial Performance
8.7.3.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.3.4. Recent Developments
8.7.4. Microsoft
8.7.4.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.4.2. Financial Performance
8.7.4.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.4.4. Recent Developments
8.7.5. NXP Semiconductors
8.7.5.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.5.2. Financial Performance
8.7.5.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.5.4. Recent Developments
8.7.6. Renesas Electronics Corporation
8.7.6.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.6.2. Financial Performance
8.7.6.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.6.4. Recent Developments
8.7.7. Siemens
8.7.7.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.7.2. Financial Performance
8.7.7.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.7.4. Recent Developments
8.7.8. STMicroelectronics
8.7.8.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.8.2. Financial Performance
8.7.8.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.8.4. Recent Developments
8.7.9. Texas Instruments Incorporated
8.7.9.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.9.2. Financial Performance
8.7.9.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.9.4. Recent Developments
8.7.10. Wind River Systems, Inc.
8.7.10.1. Participant’s Overview
8.7.10.2. Financial Performance
8.7.10.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.10.4. Recent Development

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