What strategic value can embedded systems bring to a firm's products or services?

a$.$

They can make products more efficient, reliable, and enable new business models.

b$.$

They make the products more compatible with various operating systems

c$.$

They reduce the cost of manufacturing by eliminating hardware components.

d$.$

They make it easier for third$-$party companies to repair and maintain the products

e$.$

They allow the firm to avoid compliance with software licenses.