Semiconductor Industry Embraces Collaboration for Scalability

The semiconductor sector requires extensive cooperation to meet escalating global demand. John Kibarian, CEO of PDF Solutions, stated this ahead of his SEMICON West keynote. He explained that modern chip production has shifted from linear steps to a complex network. This necessitates stronger partnerships among system designers, equipment suppliers, and other industry players. Integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into manufacturing processes demands data exchange between numerous organizations. Kibarian pointed to chiplet architectures as a method to overcome Moore's Law limitations. He stressed that scaling chiplet production depends on significant joint efforts. Past successes, such as EUV lithography development, demonstrate the potential for such widespread cooperation. Today's intricate manufacturing demands coordinated efforts from all participants. Automating these complex workflows will improve efficiency. Enhanced data management and quality control through automation will boost scalability. This collaborative approach helps the industry adapt to increasing market needs.