"The embedded industry consolidation has resulted in 58 percent of the market served by four to five broad line suppliers," Cavill said. "Defense original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are increasingly seeking a one-stop-shop supplier – simplifying procurement and making system integration and interoperability issues easier to manage.

"Smaller players will need to focus on highly differentiated niche products to survive and grow or develop partnerships or seek acquisition by a major supplier," he added.


Somehow for me this smells like mercury...