Understanding Fabless IC Technology

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* Written by board members of the Fabless Semiconductor Association, an industry consortium that include Xilinx, Intersil, Micro Linear, and many other members
* Approriate for a wide range of integrated circuit (IC). Designers and users who need to understand the fabless process and its advantages / limitations
* Discusses important topics, choosing the right design, protection of intellectual property, and maintaining quality

PART 1 - Manufacturing Strategies: Understanding Fabless IC Technology

Chapter 1: More than a Decade of Transition in the Semiconductor Industry
Chapter 2: Fabless Semiconductor Manufacturing
Chapter 3: Qualities of Successful Fabless Companies

PART 2 - An In-Depth Understanding of the Fabless Semiconductor Business Model

Chapter 4: Semiconductor Manufacturing Basics
Chapter 5: Fabless ASICs
Chapter 6: Electronic Design Automation
Chapter 7: Intellectual Property
Chapter 8: e-Commerce
Chapter 9: Quality and Reliability
Chapter 10: Test Development

PART 3 - Becoming a Best-in-Class Fabless Company

Chapter 11: Best Practices for Fabless Companies
Chapter 12: Building the Right Partnerships
Chapter 13: Building the Right Relationships with the board and VCs

PART 4- The Fabless Business Model: A Look into the Future

Chapter 14: Perspectives in the Future of Fabless