SGET achieves its purpose through the efforts of formal working groups that conduct forums, technical exchanges and collaboration to develop unbiased technical information on embedded computer technologies. The working groups prepare and document technical specifications or other work results such as implementation guidelines, software interfaces or system requirements, and leverage science, technology, and engineering to benefit human welfare and promote environmental protection, public safety, human health, energy efficiency, civil infrastructure, and other social purposes.

SGET e.V publishes the results of the working groups and promotes their application for the benefit of and without cost to the general public.

SGET is not organized or operated for the benefit of private interests, and no part of the organisation’s net earnings may inure to the benefit of any member, member company, individual or private interest. The Association’s funds shall be used only for purposes in accordance with the Articles of Association.