Operating System Configuration, Integration and Deployment
Embedded Software Services: Windows IoT, Linux and Android
BVM delivers embedded software and operating system solutions for industrial platforms, including Windows IoT, Linux, and Android. We design and deploy tailored OS environments to ensure reliable performance, secure operation, and seamless hardware integration. From legacy RTOS systems to modern Windows IoT deployments, we provide stable, pre-configured OS images that reduce setup time and ensure consistent, long-term performance across industrial devices.
Key benefits include:
- Tailored OS Configuration: Custom OS configuration, integration and deployment for industrial applications
- Expert OS Support: Decades of experience from OS-9 RTOS to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise.
- Seamless Deployment: Ready-to-run OS images for easy integration and mass deployment.
- Reliable & Efficient: Ensuring stability, consistency, and operational efficiency across devices.
- Optimized Performance: Driver integration, update management, security enhancements, and system compatibility improvements.
BVM Software Services include:
- Windows, Linux and Android image capture:
- Capturing images from customers’ storage devices for system replication.
- Custom Windows, Linux and Android images: configuration & deployment:
- Configuration: Tailoring images to customer needs.
- Deployment: Sharing customized images across devices.
- Management of revision updates: Ensuring systems are updated with the latest security and feature revisions.
- Custom BIOS: Offering tailored BIOS for enhanced system performance.
We can also:
- Enable or disable specific Windows features: Adjusting features can enhance security and improve system stability.
- Implement management of Windows updates: Manage and schedule updates to keep the OS secure and performant.
- Integrate/embed your application within the operating system: Embed your application for smoother operation and better resource management.
- Configure advanced features: Optimize configurations like group policies and user permissions for tailored operation.
Our Embedded Operating System services allow ciustomers to focus on other immediate priorities within their day to day business needs. BVM can complete the O/S in its entirety or provide the guidance & advice needed to develop and configure your own image.
Operating System Comparison for Industrial, Embedded and Edge Applications
| Feature | Windows 11 IoT Enterprise | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 (ARM) | Windows IoT (ARM) | Linux | Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Architecture | x86/x64 | x86/x64 | ARM64 | ARM64 | x86/x64, ARM, RISC-V and more | Primarily ARM, some x86 |
| Target Market | Embedded & Industrial Devices | Business PCs & Workstations | Enterprise ARM Deployments | Embedded & Industrial ARM Devices | Servers, Embedded Systems, Industrial Computing, Desktops | Mobile, Tablet, Kiosk and Embedded Devices |
| Open Source | No | No | No | No | Yes | Partially (AOSP-based) |
| Long-Term Availability | Yes | No | Limited | Yes | Distribution Dependent | Vendor Dependent |
| Device Lockdown Features | Yes | No | No | Yes | Available via Configuration | Yes |
| Group Policy Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Distribution Dependent | Enterprise Management Tools |
| Application Compatibility | Native x86/x64 | Native x86/x64 | Native ARM + x86/x64 Emulation | Native ARM + x86/x64 Emulation | Native Linux Applications | Android Applications |
| AI/NPU Support | Hardware Dependent | Hardware Dependent | Optimised for ARM AI Platforms | Optimised for ARM AI Platforms | Hardware Dependent | Strong Mobile AI Support |
| Customisation | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | High | Very High | High |
| Typical Applications | Kiosks, Medical, Industrial Automation, Digital Signage | Office PCs, Workstations | Enterprise ARM Fleets | Industrial HMI, Edge AI, Medical Devices | Edge Computing, Industrial Automation, Networking, AI Servers | Tablets, HMI Panels, Kiosks, Mobile Devices, IoT |
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC is a long-term support operating system designed for fixed-function industrial, medical, and commercial devices that require stability, security, and minimal change over time. It delivers enhanced hardware support, improved performance, and enterprise-grade security while prioritising reliability over frequent feature updates, making it ideal for long-life deployments.
It is built for mission-critical systems such as industrial automation, medical devices, point-of-sale terminals, and digital signage, ensuring consistent operation over extended lifecycles with reduced maintenance requirements.
- Long-Term Support: 10-year lifecycle with only security and quality updates
- Enhanced Hardware Support: Includes Wi-Fi 6E and USB4 compatibility
- Improved Security: TPM 2.0 support and enterprise-grade protection features
- Industrial Features: Supports write filters, USB filtering, app control, and shell launchers
- Linux Integration: Windows Subsystem for Linux GUI support (WSLg)
- Optimised Stability: Designed for fixed-function systems with minimal disruption over time
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise will only be available as an annual release.
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 24H2
July 2024 – July, 2034
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise Version 24H2
July 2024 – July, 2027
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise Version 23H2
Oct 2023 – July, 2026
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise Version 22H2
Sep 2022 – Oct 2025
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise Version 21H2
Oct 2021 – Oct 2024.
Windows 10/11 IoT are tailored versions of the desktop operating systems for OEMs in the IoT market. They feature lockdown capabilities like Unified Write Filter and Shell Launcher and offer long-term support essential for IoT applications. You can compare Windows 10 and 11 Here.
Windows 10 IoT – LTSC | SAC | CORE
Windows 10 IoT is designed for use in embedded devices and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It includes features such as:
- Universal Windows Platform (UWP): Enables app development for various devices like industrial computers and embedded systems, rugged laptops and tablets, and IoT devices.
- Windows Runtime: A programming model supporting languages such as C#, Visual Basic, and C++.
- Processor Support: Compatible with ARM, x86, and x64 architectures.
- Security: Features include Windows Defender, Secure Boot, and Virtualization-Based Security.
- Connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular network options.
There are several different versions of Windows 10 IoT, including:
Windows 10 IoT LTSC
Windows 10 IoT LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) is the successor to Windows 7 Embedded.
Windows 10 IoT SAC
Windows 10 IoT SAC (Semi-Annual Channel) is designed for customers who innovate quickly, delivering update twice a year.
Windows 10 IoT Core
Windows 10 IoT Core is a optimized for smaller devices, compatible with ARM and x86/x64.
Windows on ARM – IoT Enterprise | 11 Enterprise | 11 Pro
Windows on ARM combines the familiar Windows experience with the power-efficient ARM processor architecture. Designed for modern mobile, edge, and embedded computing applications, Windows on ARM delivers responsive performance, extended battery life, and advanced AI capabilities while maintaining compatibility with a wide range of Windows applications.
- Improved Power Efficiency – ARM processors consume less power than traditional x86 architectures, helping to extend battery life and reduce energy consumption.
- Integrated AI Acceleration – Many ARM-based processors feature dedicated NPUs for AI workloads, enabling faster AI inference and enhanced productivity features.
- Always-On Connectivity – Built-in support for 4G LTE and 5G connectivity allows devices to remain connected without relying solely on Wi-Fi networks.
- Compact and Fanless Designs – Lower power consumption generates less heat, making ARM platforms ideal for silent, fanless, and space-constrained systems.
- Growing Application Compatibility – Windows on ARM supports native ARM applications while also providing emulation for many traditional x86 and x64 Windows applications.
- Enhanced Security Features – Modern ARM platforms incorporate advanced hardware security technologies to help protect data and system integrity.
Windows on ARM is increasingly being adopted for mobile workstations, industrial tablets, edge AI devices, healthcare systems, digital signage, and other applications where performance, connectivity, and power efficiency are critical. Powered by modern ARM-based processors from leading semiconductor manufacturers, Windows on ARM platforms deliver high performance with lower power consumption, advanced AI acceleration, and support for compact fanless system designs.
Supported processors include the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite and Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus for high-performance computing, as well as embedded-focused platforms such as NXP i.MX 8M Plus and NXP i.MX 93 for industrial and edge applications. These ARM-based solutions enable reliable, energy-efficient computing for next-generation industrial PCs, IoT gateways, AI edge devices, and connected smart systems.
Open-source Operating Systems
Linux and Android can both be customized to include only the components and features that are needed for the specific application, making them a lightweight and efficient choice for many types of embedded system.
Linux
Linux is a popular choice for embedded systems due to its stability, flexibility, wide range of available software and strong support for hardware and software development.
The benefits of using Linux on an embedded system include:
- Customization: Tailor Linux for embedded systems.
- Reliability: Stability makes Linux ideal for critical applications.
- Hardware support: Supports diverse hardware platforms.
- Software support: Vast open-source options available.
- Security: Robust features with ongoing enhancements.
- Scalability: Highly scalable for different performance needs.
Android
Android is a popular choice for embedded systems due to its large user base, extensive app ecosystem, reliability and strong support for hardware and software development.
The benefits of using Android on an embedded system include:
- Personalization: Configure Android to include only essential components.
- Dependability: Known for stability, making Android ideal for critical applications.
- Safety: History of security features and continuous improvements.
- Development resources: Supported by a strong developer community and numerous tools.
Windows 10 / 11 IoT Enterprise Licensing
Windows IoT Enterprise is available in Entry, Value, and High-End licensing tiers, designed to align with the performance class of the target hardware. Each tier runs the same operating system features, with licensing based on the capability of the CPU platform.
Licensing Tiers
| Tier | Target Hardware | Typical CPU Class |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | Low-power embedded devices | Intel Atom, Celeron, low-end embedded CPUs |
| Value | Mainstream industrial systems | Intel Core i3 / i5 or equivalent |
| High-End | High-performance systems | Intel Core i7 / i9, Xeon or equivalent |
- Same OS functionality across all tiers (Windows 10 or Windows 11 IoT Enterprise)
- Licensing is based on CPU performance class, not feature differences
- Designed for OEM industrial deployment, ensuring scalable cost control across hardware ranges
- Supports long-term embedded use cases including automation, HMI, medical, and edge computing systems
Windows IoT Enterprise provides a consistent, secure, and stable platform across all tiers, with licensing tailored to match system performance requirements.
Contact Us
If you would like more information about our Embedded Software Services, please fill in the contact form below or email sales@bvmltd.co.uk and a member of our technical sales team will be in touch as soon as possible.
- Licences may only be purchased with suitable hardware, such as a processor, motherboard, single board computer or system PC.
- Windows IoT Enterprise LTSC is supported on Microsoft’s Long Term Servicing Branch which excludes “universal apps” (including edge) for enhanced stability.
- Windows IoT Enterprise SAC is supported on Microsoft’s Current Business Branch (CBB) which allows feature updates to be deferred for up to a year for stability.
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