The embedded systems market in France

The term embedded system refers to the integration of software and computer and electronic components into a product (electronic tools, vehicles, etc.) or an infrastructure in order to perform a precise and relatively simple task in order to increase its functionality, performance or automation.

The market for embedded systems therefore covers both the hardware and electronic components, the associated software and the integrators required to assemble these systems.

Among the many sectors of use of embedded systems, seven segments have been identified as major: automotive, telecommunications, healthcare, industrial, consumer electronics, aerospace and defense. The automotive sector and industry are the primary markets for embedded systems, particularly in Europe where nearly one third of the production of vehicle embedded systems is carried out.

This market is particularly promising and now affects all categories of connected objects in our daily lives. Globally, the annual growth rate is estimated at 7.2% between 2021 and 2030, thanks in particular to the development of the IoT (Internet of Things), which refers to the fact of connecting everyday physical objects to an Internet network in order to make them intelligent. [Market Research Future] Europe is particularly well positioned in this segment despite the arrival of the United States and China on the market.

France is a major player in the market for electronic components, and more particularly for embedded systems, given the presence of major French companies such as Safran, Thales and Airbus, particularly in the Toulouse region.