Firmware development company

The notion refers to building the low-level code that governs the proper operation of electronic devices. It is essentially a layer that manages the hardware on which software runs. Among other features, firmware performs input and output tasks, boots the device, and grants the software access to the hardware.

Assembly, C and C++ are considered the most widespread languages for embedded firmware programming, and Innowise engineers possess extensive knowledge of those technologies. Striving to keep our services relevant, the developers keep tabs on recent developments in the firmware industry and ensure we have the most demanded tools in our tech stack.

RTOSs perform a small number of repeated tasks with low latency and guaranteed response, which is why they are preferable for critical embedded systems. For example, say you have a part of manufacturing equipment that has to stop each time there’s an issue on the production line to keep the workers safe. Because of the deterministic and predictable nature of RTOS, it will do so every time.

Since firmware is closely tied to the hardware, most challenges arise from this very dependency. For instance, firmware developers have to consider the limited resources of the hardware they work with and adhere to strict security requirements.

Firmware is essential to the device’s operation since it controls most hardware-related functionality. That is the exact reason why hackers and malware often target firmware. Given that embedded systems are often used in industries like construction, logistics, healthcare, and FinTech, keeping the firmware protected is a priority for any developer.

The duration of the firmware project depends on how complex of a solution the client needs. At Innowise, we offer a firmware development workflow that optimizes resource management and allows us to deliver projects within strict deadlines. The clients get a clear project roadmap with the scope of work and milestones on top of constant communication with the production team.

The firmware update is a vital part of the firmware maintenance process, during which the developers build new features, fix discovered vulnerabilities, resolve bugs, and optimize the performance. After the new version of firmware is ready, the engineers test it and proceed to dolly it to the hardware manually or through an OTA update.