Abstract
This IDC study examines the semiconductor vendors that participate in the
dedicated foundry marketplace. This study does not include integrated device
manufacturers (IDMs), which also participate in the space. This document
focuses primarily on 2007, providing IDC' s perspective on the current market
trends and snapshots of the positioning of the key players.
"Process technology, operational efficiency, and focus should be the top
priorities for a manufacturing service business model. Maintaining a low price
strategy is not viable. Maintaining or growing market share should not
compromise financial goals and viability." - Patrick Liao, research manager of
Asia/Pacific Semiconductors Program, IDC