Movensys
Movensys is a software-based motion control platform provider enabling real-time multi-axis control of manufacturing equipment, robots, and AMRs through PC software (WMX) without dedicated hardware controllers, serving semiconductor, display, battery, and industrial automation customers globally from its South Korean headquarters.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1998
- HeadquartersKita, Japan
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What Movensys does
Movensys is a privately-held software-based motion control platform provider founded in 1998 on technology originating from MIT robotics research. The company's flagship WMX platform enables high-speed, multi-axis (up to 128 axes) real-time motion control of manufacturing equipment, robots, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) through pure software running on standard industrial PCs, eliminating the need for dedicated hardware motion controllers. WMX supports the dominant industrial field networks (EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, MECHATROLINK-4) and integrates with the ROS 2 ecosystem, NVIDIA Isaac, and Intel AI PC stacks via the open-source WMX Driver for ROS 2. The portfolio also includes WMX Extension (SCARA, 6-DOF, and anti-vibration modules), hardware solutions (IPC, Dunamis I/O, Servo, Step, VMS module), the WMX-AI platform for Physical AI execution, Soft PLC for WMX3 compliant with IEC 61131-3, and the Skylla Nova AMR integrated control solution following the March 2023 acquisition of Skylla Technologies.
Movensys monetizes primarily through per-PC software licenses (axis-tiered 4/8/16/32/64/128), bundled hardware sales, and professional services including free training at its Korean headquarters. The go-to-market combines enterprise field sales, a free trial license program, regional distributors in Korea, Japan, and China, and a strategic sales-network partnership with Mitsubishi Electric (which also holds an undisclosed equity stake from May 2023). The company maintains global headquarters in Seongnam, South Korea, with regional offices in Tokyo (Japan), Beijing (China), and a Boston R&D center housing the Skylla Technologies subsidiary. Leadership includes founder and Chairperson Boo-Ho Yang (MIT-pedigreed), CEO Kim Ki-hoon, and Vice President Hiromitsu Homma.
The customer base spans 500+ organizations and 40,000+ deployed licenses across semiconductor equipment (the primary vertical, serving global OSAT companies and front-end manufacturers), display panel manufacturing, lithium battery production, robotics/AMR, and general factory automation. Strategic customers are predominantly described by category rather than named, with semiconductor equipment makers and global OSAT companies repeatedly cited. Recent product launches (WMX-AI, Soft PLC, Skylla Nova, and the WMX Driver for ROS 2) and partnerships with NVIDIA, Intel, and Advantech position the company at the intersection of motion control, edge AI, and Physical AI, with more than 70% of the workforce in engineering roles supporting this technology stack.
Movensys firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Movensys
- Legal name
- MOVENSYS Inc.
- Website
- https://movensys.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1998
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Movensys is a software-based motion control platform provider enabling real-time multi-axis control of manufacturing equipment, robots, and AMRs through PC software (WMX) without dedicated hardware controllers, serving semiconductor, display, battery, and industrial automation customers globally from its South Korean headquarters.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Movensys industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Motion Control Software
- NAICS
- Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)
- SIC
- Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Motion Control Electronics & Controls (Controllers, Drivers, Feedback Interfaces) (IMAHAGAJ), Motion Control Components (Servos, Drives, Motors, Encoders) (IMAHAHAG), Motion Control Controllers & CNC/Robot Drives (Motion Controllers, Multi-axis) (IMAGACAH)
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Where Movensys is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kita
- HQ country
- Japan
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices4 records
Markets served
Movensys business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Software Licenses (WMX): Core revenue stream from WMX software motion controller licenses. License is per PC (1 license per 1 PC). Options available for different axis counts (4/8/16/32/64/128) and platform options. RTX SDK option available.
- Hardware Solutions: IPC (Industrial PCs), IO modules (Dunamis BHY-IO2 series), Servo systems, Stepping motors, and Module products complement the software platform.
- Professional Services: Training programs, technical support, and consulting services for product implementation and customization.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | WMX License - Axis-based tiers |
| Freemium | One time/ perpetual license | Training Program |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
Movensys product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Movensys develops and sells WMX, a software-based motion control platform that runs on standard PC hardware and performs real-time multi-axis control of motors and robots over EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, and MECHATROLINK-4 industrial networks, eliminating the need for dedicated motion controller hardware. The platform is complemented by industrial PCs, I/O modules, servo/stepping motor systems, an AMR navigation/control solution (Skylla Nova, Jetstream), and an AI-integrated control stack (WMX-AI, Soft PLC for WMX3) for Physical AI and smart-factory applications.
Product overview
Movensys provides a comprehensive software-based motion control platform ecosystem centered on WMX, enabling high-speed, multi-axis motion control purely through software without dedicated hardware controllers. The portfolio includes WMX as the core software motion controller platform with WMX Extension add-ons for robot types (SCARA, 6-DOF) and anti-vibration control; hardware solutions (IPC, IO/Dunamis, Servo, Step, Module/VMS); and AMR navigation capabilities through acquired brands Skylla Nova and Jetstream. Recent additions include WMX-AI for AI-based integrated control and Soft PLC for WMX3 compliant with IEC 61131-3. The platform supports multiple industrial networks including EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, and MECHATROLINK-4.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- WMX: Software-based motion control platform enabling high-speed, multi-axis motion control using PC software without dedicated hardware; supports EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, and MECHATROLINK-4 networks
- WMX-AI
- Skylla Nova
- Dunamis
- SynseIT
- Jetstream
Products and services
- WMX Software-based motion control platform enabling high-speed, multi-axis motion control of manufacturing devices using only software on a standard PC, without dedicated motion controller hardware; supports EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, and MECHATROLINK-4 networks and is licensed per PC.
- WMX Extension Add-on options that extend WMX with SCARA robot support, 6-DOF articulated robot support, and AVX (Anti-Vibration Extended License) for vibration control through SynseIT VMS products.
- IPC (Industrial PC) Industrial PC hardware optimized for the WMX motion control platform, including the ultra-compact embedded MCX-CM100 with 1 ms communication cycle supporting up to 64 axes.
- IO (Dunamis BHY-IO2) Digital input/output module supporting EtherCAT with 32 contact points, compact form factor, and EMC/CE certification for industrial automation systems.
- Servo AC servo systems providing high-speed, high-precision motion control for manufacturing equipment as part of the Movensys hardware portfolio.
- Step Stepping motor and closed-loop stepping servo solutions for industrial automation applications, offered alongside the WMX motion control platform.
- Module (VMS) Vibration measurement system module used for anti-vibration control in motion applications, supporting AVX (Anti-Vibration Extended License) on the WMX platform.
- Skylla Nova Software-level Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) integrated solution that combines WMX motion control with Skylla Technologies' MIT-based autonomous driving technology, controlling autonomous driving, robots, and wheels in real time from a single software platform.
- Jetstream AMR navigation software originally developed by Skylla Technologies for autonomous mobile robot route optimization and collision avoidance, now offered as part of the Movensys AMR portfolio.
- AMR Solution Total AMR control platform that integrates navigation software (Jetstream), WMX motion control, and Skylla autonomous driving capabilities into a single offering for AMR manufacturers and integrators.
- WMX-AI AI-based integrated control platform that addresses the Sim-to-Real Gap in Physical AI implementations, enabling prediction, adaptation, and autonomous operation in motion control environments.
- Soft PLC for WMX3 Software-based PLC compliant with the IEC 61131-3 international programming standard, delivering high-performance PLC functionality and motion control purely through software without hardware controller limitations.
- WMX3.4 u4 (CC-Link IE TSN) Release version of the WMX software motion control platform that became the world's first CC-Link IE TSN-compatible soft motion product, adding hybrid network high-speed, high-precision synchronized control.
- WMX3.5 r1 (MECHATROLINK-4) Release version of the WMX platform that became the world's first MECHATROLINK-4-compliant soft master soft motion product, extending multi-protocol support for industrial networks.
- WMX-ROS2 for Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Reference implementation / solution combining the WMX-ROS2 driver with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors (Arc B390 GPU and integrated NPU) that enables AI inference and robot control to run simultaneously on a single PC.
Quantifiable outcome
- 85% reduction in tracking error (MAE) compared to external robot controller structures in Physical AI applications
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Movensys
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Movensys technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
AI capability7 records
Feature6 records
Movensys partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- IntelflagshipTechnology partnership showcasing Physical AI execution on Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with Arc B390 GPU and integrated NPU. WMX Driver for ROS 2 runs on Intel AI PCs, combining OpenVINO and Intel TCC for deterministic real-time responsiveness. Enables AI inference and robot control on single Intel-based PC.
- AdvantechflagshipIntegration partnership at Smart Factory + Automation World 2026. Movensys' WMX3 integrated with Advantech's Intel Core-based edge PC (UNO-148) for real-time integrated control of heterogeneous robots. Joint demonstration of AI Transformation use case showcasing ultra-precise synchronized control via EtherCAT.
- NVIDIAflagshipResearch presentation at NVIDIA GTC 2026 poster session. Integration with NVIDIA Isaac platform for Physical AI execution. WMX real-time control stack used with Isaac Manipulator on Jetson Orin IPC, demonstrating 85% reduction in tracking error vs external controllers.
- Korea UniversitycoreResearch partnership in consortium with Skylla Technologies and Korea University's HRI Lab and Mint Lab for developing AI-based integrated AMR control platform. Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy granted KRW 3 billion over three years for 'Development of Real-time Integrated Control Software Platform for Autonomous Mobile Robots using Generative AI' project.
- Skylla TechnologiescoreAcquired US startup specializing in intelligent AMR control technology. Skylla Technologies provides world-class AMR route optimization and collision avoidance technology. Integration with WMX platform at Boston R&D Center enables total AMR control platform development.
- Mitsubishi ElectriccoreStrategic partnership for AC servo and motion control business expansion. Mitsubishi Electric took equity stake in Movensys. Partnership enables Movensys to leverage Mitsubishi Electric's global sales network while Mitsubishi Electric expands into semiconductor equipment markets. Joint product development including connection to CC-Link IE TSN and EtherCAT networks. Includes mutual sales, engineer exchange, and joint R&D at Movensys Boston R&D Center.
Scale indicators14 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Movensys competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks2 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Movensys social profiles
Digital presenceMovensys compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Movensys financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Movensys leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Movensys subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Movensys funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Movensys M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Movensys
What does Movensys do?
Movensys develops and sells WMX, a software-based motion control platform that runs on standard PC hardware and performs real-time multi-axis control of motors and robots over EtherCAT, CC-Link IE TSN, and MECHATROLINK-4 industrial networks, eliminating the need for dedicated motion controller hardware. The platform is complemented by industrial PCs, I/O modules, servo/stepping motor systems, an AMR navigation/control solution (Skylla Nova, Jetstream), and an AI-integrated control stack (WMX-AI, Soft PLC for WMX3) for Physical AI and smart-factory applications.
Is Movensys a public or private company?
Movensys is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Movensys founded?
Movensys was founded in 1998. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Movensys based?
Movensys is headquartered in Kita, Japan, in the Asia region.
How does Movensys make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Software Licenses (WMX) is the primary driver. The others are hardware Solutions and professional Services.
Does Movensys have an API?
Yes. WMX includes an SDK (Software Development Kit) for developers. Libraries for C/C++, C#, and Python are provided by default. Contact with RTX SDK option is available. The WMX Driver for ROS 2 is also available as an open-source package on GitHub, enabling ROS 2 native integration with WMX3. Developer documentation is at movensys.github.io/wmx-ros2-doc.
What industry is Movensys in?
Movensys's product category is Industrial Motion Control Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGABAG, Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers), with a secondary code of IMAHAGAJ, Motion Control Electronics & Controls (Controllers, Drivers, Feedback Interfaces). Its NAICS code is 335314 and its SIC code is 7373.