Embedded Software
Software written to control hardware devices — firmware in controllers, ECUs in vehicles, software in medical devices.
Why it matters
Embedded software is the primary reason ALM-PLM integration is critical in manufacturing — the software is part of the product and must be tracked with it.
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Cite this definition
Finocchiaro, Michael. “Embedded Software.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/embedded-software