A high-performance multi-core processor can accomplish what it took a modular multi-processor system to do in years past. Trends like IoT and Industry 4.0 are pushing towards smaller, high-performing computer systems. Embedding these COM modules into the proper infrastructure creates functional computer systems for a variety of tasks and applications. nVent SCHROFF’s guide covers the advantages/disadvantages of mainboard versus COM modules compared to integrated COM systems and ideal solutions in terms of quantity, complexity, project duration, and long-term availability.