541512 — Computer Systems Design Services
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and communication technologies. The hardware and software components of the system may be provided by this establishment or company as part of integrated services or may be provided by third parties or vendors. These establishments often install the system and train and support users of the system.
Illustrative Examples
- Computer systems integration design consulting services
- Local area network (LAN) computer systems integration design services
- Information management computer systems integration design services
- Office automation computer systems integration design services
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing robotics engineering design, integration, and related consulting services for industrial and
- manufacturing facilities and processes--are classified in Industry 541330, Engineering Services;
- Designing and writing custom software to meet the needs of a particular customer--are classified in U.S.
- Industry 541511, Custom Computer Programming Services;
- Retailing computer hardware or software products and systems and providing supporting services, such as
- customized assembly of personal computers--are classified in Industry 449210, Electronics and Appliance
- Retailers; and
- Merchant wholesaling computer hardware or software products and providing supporting services, such as
- customized assembly of personal computers--are classified in Industry 423430, Computer and Computer
- Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541512 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Computer Systems Design Services |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 541512 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5415 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7373 - Computer Integrated Systems Design (via SIC1987:7373→NAICS1997:541512→2002:541512→2007:541512→2012:541512→2017:541512→2022:541512)
- SIC 7379 - Computer Related Services, NEC (via SIC1987:7379→NAICS1997:541512→2002:541512→2007:541512→2012:541512→2017:541512→2022:541512)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541512:
- Sector 54 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 5415
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541512 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541512 is 'Computer Systems Design Services', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541512?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541512 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541512?
NAICS code 541512 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7373 - Computer Integrated Systems Design, 7379 - Computer Related Services, NEC.