In today’s fast-paced technological landscape, businesses seek innovative solutions to stay ahead. One such breakthrough is the System-on-Module (SoM), a compact and versatile approach to embedding complex processing systems, offering a streamlined path to market, significant cost savings, and enhanced scalability.
A System-on-Module integrates the core components of a processing system onto a single modular printed circuit board, suitable for applications ranging from digital signage to advanced robotics. Historically, SoMs were utilised mainly by smaller organisations lacking in-house technology capabilities. However, larger producers are now adopting this approach for its numerous benefits.
SoMs drastically reduce time to market, enhance product competitiveness, and lower development and sourcing costs. They enable businesses to seamlessly source replacements and additional modules with identical specifications, ensuring minimal production disruption.
Features and Benefits of SoMs:
1. Integration and Miniaturization: SoMs combine essential components such as CPU, GPU, memory, storage, and peripherals into a single compact package.
2. Simplified Design and Development: Utilizing a SoM results in faster development cycles, reduced time-to-market, and overall cost savings.
3. Cost-Efficiency: By leveraging existing SoM modules, companies can save on development costs, testing, and certifications, while still achieving a high-performance solution.
4. Faster Time-to-Market: With the core components pre-integrated, development teams can significantly reduce the development cycle.
5. Scalability: SOMs are designed to be scalable, fostering flexibility and making it easier to adapt to future technology advancements.
6. Improved Reliability: The integration of components on a SoM reduces the number of physical connections and potential failure points, enhancing overall system reliability and robustness.
The rise of SoMs marks a pivotal shift in product development, allowing businesses to outsource complex CPU design and focus on core strengths and innovation. Welcome to the new era of embedded technology.
Solsta offers a wide range of SoM solutions from leading suppliers including Digi, Ezurio, Microchip, Quectel, TechNexion and Variscite. We are also about to publish our white paper on the advantages of SoM approach – contact us now to receive your copy and to discuss your requirements with our team.