An embedded system is a computer system—a combination of a computer processor, computer memory, and input/output peripheral devices—that has a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electronic system. It is embedded as part of a complete device often including electrical or electronic hardware and mechanical parts. Because an embedded system typically controls physical operations of the machine that it is embedded within, it often has real-time computing constraints. Embedded systems control many devices in common use.

Founded in 2012, Ferguson Control Systems is an innovative and proven company that specializes in the architecture, design, and implementation of embedded systems software. Located in Houston, Texas, the company is composed of experienced developers of on-board systems from Human Space Flight and Military Programs. FCS has embraced the knowledge learned from the development of human-rated and safety critical systems and utilizes these techniques to provide quality and reliability in the development of control systems software.