Platform engineering has a whole host of problems - developers are struggling with disparate device and OS environments, and still writing embedded code with custom solutions

Despite the promising prospects of platform engineering, a significant 63% of embedded software continues to be developed using custom, ad hoc solutions, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Over two-thirds of respondents acknowledged that platform engineering indeed enhances the end-customer experience through improved software quality, while 56% reported increased compliance with industry standards.

The study indicated that half of the firms pursuing platform engineering are torn between the need for reusable components and the customization required for diverse applications.

While platform engineering offers benefits, notably in brand identity and efficiency, many organizations still face tough challenges in cross-platform consistency and collaboration among teams.

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