Explore the critical need for platform standards in embedded systems through this insightful conference talk by Grant Likely from Arm. Delve into the challenges faced in the embedded Linux ecosystem and discover the System Ready Program's approach to solving these issues. Learn about key components such as UEFI, Device Tree, and Linux distributions, and understand their roles in creating a more standardized embedded environment. Gain valuable insights into architecture, runtime services, secure boot, and firmware updates. Examine the importance of testing and certification in ensuring system readiness. This presentation offers a comprehensive overview of efforts to streamline embedded system development and improve interoperability across platforms.