PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1977491
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1977491
A system-on-module (SOM) is a compact assembly of core components within an embedded processing system, including processor cores, communication devices, and memory blocks, all integrated onto a single printed circuit board. This circuit board finds applications in devices such as robots and security cameras.
System on modules come in different architectures, including ARM architecture, x86 architecture, power architecture, and others. ARM architecture comprises reduced instruction set computing (RISC) architectures for computer processors. Standards such as COM Express, SMARC (smart mobile architecture), Qseven, ETX (embedded technology extended), and others are used for applications such as industrial automation, medical, entertainment, transportation, test and measurement, communication, and more.
Tariffs have significantly impacted the system on module market by increasing the cost of imported semiconductors, memory chips, processors, and embedded components that are critical for SOM manufacturing. This has led to higher production costs and slowed adoption in regions heavily dependent on imports, particularly in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Segments such as ARM architecture modules, x86 architecture modules, and industrial automation applications are most affected. Despite the challenges, tariffs are encouraging local production of components and stimulating innovation in cost-efficient SOM solutions. Companies are diversifying supply chains, increasing domestic manufacturing, and optimizing designs to mitigate import dependency. Over time, these measures may strengthen supply chain resilience and create opportunities for regional suppliers.
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The system on module market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.56 billion in 2025 to $2.8 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of embedded systems, rising demand for industrial automation, growing need for compact processing modules, expanding robotics applications, increasing use in security and surveillance devices.
The system on module market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.01 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising adoption of AI-enabled SOMs, increasing deployment in IoT devices, growing demand in medical and healthcare equipment, increasing need for real-time processing in transportation, rising demand for modular and scalable embedded platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturized embedded processing solutions, modular hardware and software integration, low-power and high-performance soms, application-specific som customization, real-time processing for industrial automation.
The growing adoption of cloud-based applications is expected to drive the growth of the system on module market in the coming years. Cloud-based applications are software solutions that are accessed and operated over the internet rather than being installed on local computers or servers. System on modules support smooth integration with cloud-based applications through their modular and standardized architecture, which simplifies development processes, improves scalability, and enhances the efficiency and reliability of connected systems. For example, in January 2023, according to a survey of 1,900 executives conducted by Google Cloud Platform, a US-based provider of modular cloud services, about 41.4% reported increased usage of cloud-based services, while 33.4% planned to transition from traditional enterprise software to cloud-based tools in 2022. Therefore, the rising use of cloud-based applications is contributing to the growth of the system on module market.
Key companies operating in the system on module market are increasingly emphasizing partnerships to strengthen their market presence and profitability. In the context of system on modules, partnerships refer to collaborative relationships between organizations within the technology ecosystem. For instance, in March 2023, Toradex, a Switzerland-based provider of embedded computing solutions, partnered with Texas Instruments Inc., a US-based semiconductor manufacturer, to introduce the Verdin AM62. Powered by the TI Sitara AM62x processor, the Verdin AM62 includes four high-performance 64-bit Armv8 Cortex-A53 cores designed for industrial automation applications. Its pin-compatible architecture supports scalability, while integrated over-the-air updates, device monitoring, and remote access through Torizon enable a wide range of use cases. With hardware-accelerated graphics and multiple display interfaces, it is well suited for graphical human-machine interface applications. The Easy Installer allows one-click operating system installation, and the collaborative approach with ecosystem partners enhances the overall customer experience.
In December 2024, Virtium, a US-based supplier of industrial-grade memory and storage solutions, acquired Embedded Artists AB for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition extends Virtium's portfolio beyond memory and storage offerings into advanced edge computing and artificial intelligence solutions. Embedded Artists AB is a Sweden-based company that develops compute modules, AI accelerators, and connectivity solutions for edge AI and industrial applications.
Major companies operating in the system on module market are Advantech Co Ltd; Kontron S&T AG; Mercury Systems Inc; DFI Inc; AAEON Technology Inc; Avalue Technology Inc; iBase Technology Inc; SECO S.p.A.; Eurotech S.p.A.; Congatec AG; Phytec Messtechnik GmbH; iWave Systems Technologies Pvt Ltd; Toradex AG; TechNexion Ltd; MYIR Tech Limited; Enclustra AG; Critical Link LLC; Variscite Ltd; SolidRun Ltd; Forlinx Embedded Technology Co Ltd; Axiomtek Co Ltd
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the system on module market in 2025. The regions covered in the system on module market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the system on module market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The system on module market consists of sales of PC/104 Plus, COM HPC, EDM, Apalis, and other types of systems on module standards. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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